Presentation
Right iliac pain, suspected appendicitis.
Patient Data
Age: 20 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Acute appendicitis
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The right iliac region shows well defined blind-ended non-compressible loop with no peristalsis, measuring about 4.3 cm in length and 8 mm in diameter. Hyperechoic fat is seen at its tip. No free fluid could be seen.
Case Discussion
Picture pathognomonic of an inflamed appendix (acute non-complicated appendicitis).