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- Title
TORSION OF THE VERMIFORM APPENDIX – A REVIEW OF THE LITERATURE.
- Authors
Darbyshire, Daniel; Sutton, Paul A,; Kosai, Nik R.; Varghese, Jospeph
- Abstract
Introduction: A case of torsion of the vermiform appendix was encountered by the authors. This is a rare variant of a very common clinical entity. This literature review outlines reported cases from a historical perspective, discusses aetiology and clinical findings to inform future management of this very rare disease. Methods: The "NHS Evidence" tool was used to search multiple databases. The terms "torsion" and "vermiform appendix" were used. This was followed by hand searching of references. 35 papers were examined. Findings: Torsion of the vermiform appendix has multiple aetiologies that seem related to the bulk of the appendix. The cause of this unusual finding has little effect on initial management and the surgeon should proceed confidently with operative excision.
- Subjects
TORSION abnormality (Anatomy); APPENDIX diseases; ETIOLOGY of diseases; SURGICAL excision; LITERATURE reviews
- Publication
West London Medical Journal, 2011, Vol 3, Issue 1, p14
- ISSN
1757-756X
- Publication type
Article