Objective: Early diagnosis of the appendiceal carcinoid during first trimester of pregnancy.
Design: Case report.
Setting: Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Merciful Brothers Hospital, Brno.
Methods: Own observation, review of literature.
Conclusion: In case of unclear clinical or intraoperative finding, the appendectomy may reveal a serious disease. Thorough examination of the appendix should be a part of every gynaecological operation.
Keywords: appendix pregnancy.; carcinoid; neuroendocrine tumor.