Case Report: Appendiceal mucoceles, an uncommon answer to common symptoms.
Abstract
A 49 year old man presented with abdominal pain, fatigue, tachycardia, and anemia three weeks after sphenopalatine artery ligation for massive epistaxis. A misleading constellation of symptoms delayed the diagnosis and treatment of a large appendiceal mucocele. Although this may have been an incidental finding, all symptoms have resolved since surgery. This case illustrates the importance of timely diagnosis in patients with vague yet persistent symptoms. An uncommon condition can have potentially serious consequences if missed.
Published
2015-03-20
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Case and Elective Reports