Left-sided perforated acute appendicitis in an adult with midgut malrotation: the role of computed tomography

Emerg Radiol. 2009 May;16(3):217-8. doi: 10.1007/s10140-008-0746-x. Epub 2008 Jul 19.

Abstract

We report a case of left-sided perforated acute appendicitis in the patient with midgut malrotation. Embryology, clinical findings, and radiological presentation are discussed. Highly prevalent disease presents here in the unusual location and thus in the unusual presentation. The emergency room physician and radiologist should be aware of these unique clinical presentations so that appropriate surgical intervention may be initiated promptly.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Abdominal Pain / etiology
  • Appendicitis / complications
  • Appendicitis / diagnostic imaging*
  • Appendix / abnormalities*
  • Appendix / diagnostic imaging
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Radiography, Abdominal
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed
  • Torsion Abnormality / diagnostic imaging*