Abstract
The primary computed tomography (CT) signs of appendicitis can also be seen with other inflammatory or neoplastic processes. We report on two cases in which appendiceal dilatation and peri-appendiceal fluid or stranding were the dominant imaging manifestations of colorectal carcinoma in the ascending colon. This study highlights the need to closely examine the ascending colon in patients with a suspected CT diagnosis of acute appendicitis, since these findings may be secondary to an inconspicuous colorectal carcinoma.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 430-432 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Clinical Imaging |
Volume | 33 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Nov 2009 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Appendicitis
- Colorectal carcinoma
- Computed tomography
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Radiology Nuclear Medicine and imaging