Intussusception of the Appendix and Ileum Endometriosis: A Case Report

Visc Med. 2016 Jun;32(3):211-3. doi: 10.1159/000445394. Epub 2016 Jun 6.

Abstract

Background: Intussusception of the appendix is a very rare condition. It may clinically mimic acute or chronic abdominal diseases or can be asymptomatic.

Case report: This paper describes our experience with intussusception of the appendix. We report a case of a female with appendiceal intussusception and ileum endometriosis.

Conclusion: It is important to know about such a rare condition in order to avoid mistaking it with other abdominal diseases. However, diagnosis is rarely made preoperatively.

Keywords: Appendix; Endometriosis; Intussusception.

Publication types

  • Case Reports