Torsio appendicis vermiformis. Report of an unusual case
Petersen, K.R.; Brooks, L.; Pedersen, H.
Acta Chirurgica Scandinavica 148(4): 383-384
1982
ISSN/ISBN: 0001-5482 PMID: 7136443 Document Number: 187048
Torsion of the appendix vermiformis is a rare condition, that clinically simulates an acute appendicitis with sudden severe symptoms. This report describes a case of a 540-degree twisted appendix, that gave rise to prolonged, vague symptoms. This clinical picture has not been described before.
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