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Adenocarcinoma mimicking appendicular lump: a diagnostic dilemma—a case report

Authors: Sanket Kalpande, Jayashri Pandya, Tushar Sharma

Published in: World Journal of Surgical Oncology | Issue 1/2016

Abstract

Background

Primary appendiceal adenocarcinoma is a rare tumor, mucinous variety being common. This case is reported to highlight the unusual presentation and diagnostic difficulty of appendiceal adenocarcinoma.

Case presentation

Patient presented with acute appendicitis with ill-defined tender lump which responded to conservative management.

Conclusions

High index of suspicion should be kept in mind for elderly patients presenting with appendicular lump. Every effort should be made during elective appendectomy to remove stump in case of sloughed out appendix.

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Title: Adenocarcinoma mimicking appendicular lump: a diagnostic dilemma—a case report
Authors: Sanket Kalpande
Jayashri Pandya
Tushar Sharma
Publication date: 01-12-2016
Publisher: BioMed Central
Published in: World Journal of Surgical Oncology / Issue 1/2016
Electronic ISSN: 1477-7819
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/s12957-016-1036-9

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Adenocarcinoma mimicking appendicular lump: a diagnostic dilemma—a case report

Abstract

Background

Case presentation

Conclusions

At a glance: The STEP trials

Springer Medicine

Abstract

Background

Case presentation

Conclusions

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