Duplication of the vermiform appendix. Report of a case: review of the classification and medicolegal aspects.
Duplication of the vermiform appendix is uncommon; however appendicectomy is frequently performed. Failure to recognize this condition may have serious clinical and medicolegal consequences. A case is reported and the classification reviewed; medico-legal aspects are discussed. A greater awareness of the condition amongst junior surgical staff is recommended.
Mitchell
I C
IC
Department of Pathology, Royal College of Surgeons of England, London.
Nicholls
J C
JC
D000328:Adult; D001065:Appendix / Q000002:abnormalities* / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008318:Malpractice / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence