[Intussusception of the vermiform appendix (author's transl)].
Intussusception of the vermiform appendix is reported in a frequency of 0.01%. Different aetiologic factors are implicated, a directed hyperperistalsis against intraluminal obstruction is thought to be the pathogenetic mechanism. There is a lack of typical symptoms, very often appendicitis or caecal tumor is diagnosed. Concomitant inflammation renders recognition more difficult. The caecum must be resected if a malignant tumour cannot be ruled out. Appendectomy is performed in definite findings. Our case report may remind of this uncommon occurrence.
D001062:Appendectomy; D001064:Appendicitis / Q000175:diagnosis; D001065:Appendix; D002430:Cecal Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D006801:Humans; D007443:Intussusception / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged
Die Intussuszeption der Appendix vermiformis.