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Diagnosis and Treatment of Primary Tumors of the Appendix: a Critical Review

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Abstract

Introduction

The aim of the current paper was to critically collect, select and summarize the evidence regarding diagnosis, treatment and follow up of primary tumors of the appendix.

Methods

A literature review was performed by search and review of the scientific studies pertaining to the subject of our inquiry.

Results

Recommendations regarding pimary tumors of the appendix were formulated on the basis of the collected evidence.

Conclusion 

Primary tumors of the appendix are rare and a high index of suspicion is required not to miss a potentially life threatening medical condition.

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  1. Azienda Sanitaria Locale, Teramo, Abruzzo, Italy

    Andrea Ciarrocchi

  2. Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS-Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy

    Guido Rindi

  3. University of L’Aquila, Val Vibrata Hospital, Sant’Omero, Teramo, Italy

    Renato Pietroletti

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Ciarrocchi, A., Rindi, G. & Pietroletti, R. Diagnosis and Treatment of Primary Tumors of the Appendix: a Critical Review. J Gastrointest Canc 52, 471–475 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12029-021-00628-8

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