Bahena-Aponte JA, Moreno PM, García AA

Language: Spanish
References: 9
Page: 34-36
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ABSTRACT

Mucocele of the appendix occurs when obstruction of the appendiceal lumen results in mucus accumulation and consequent abnormal dilatation. The most important aetiology, from a surgical perspective, is either mucinous cystadenoma or cystadenocarcinoma. In the latter, a spontaneous or iatrogenic rupture of the mucocele can lead to mucinous intraperitoneal ascites, a syndrome known as pseudomyxoma peritonei. Optimal management of mucocele is achieved through accurate preoperative identification and subsequent careful resection.

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