Presentation
Recurrent right iliac fossa pain.
Patient Data
Age: 40 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Acute appendicitis
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The appendix shows circumferential mural thickening and hyperenhancement with diameter reaching 10 mm. No associated collections. A couple of ileocolic lymph nodes are present.
Case Discussion
This is a typical case of uncomplicated acute appendicitis with transmural inflammation of the appendix from tip to base without any periappendiceal collections or signs of perforation.