Multiple Caeco-Appendiceal Fistulas and Diverticulosis: A Newly Defined Congenital Anomaly of the Appendix—Report of the First Case
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Abstract
Introduction
Congenital anomalies of the appendix are extremely rare. They are usually found incidentally during operations other than appendectomies. Congenital appendix diverticula are even less frequent.
Discussion
Congenital caeco-appendiceal fistulae have not been reported until today. Herein, we present real diverticula of the appendix with multiple caeco-appendiceal fistulae which, to our knowledge, is the first in the literature.
Keywords
Appendix anomaly Diverticula Caeco-appendiceal fistulaeReferences
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