ArticleDiagnostics (Basel, Switzerland)2023
Appendiceal Signet Ring Cell Carcinoma: An Atypical Cause of Acute Appendicitis-A Case Study and Review of Current Knowledge.
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- Primary Signet Ring Cell Adenocarcinoma of the Appendix Masquerading as Acute Appendicitis: A Diagnostic Pitfall.Iranian journal of pathology · 2026Article
- Signet-ring cell carcinoma of the appendix presenting as diffuse uterine involvement: a case report and literature review.Frontiers in oncology · 2026Article
- The Genomic Topography of Appendiceal Cancers: Our Current Understanding, Clinical Perspectives, and Future Directions.Cancers · 2025Review
- Primary signet ring cell carcinoma of the appendix presenting as gangrenous appendicitis with peritonitis: a case report.Annals of medicine and surgery (2012) · 2025Article
- Imaging features of appendiceal signet ring cell carcinoma with uterine implantation: A case report.World journal of radiology · 2025Article
- Incidental diagnosis of primary appendiceal signet-ring cell adenocarcinoma after appendectomy for acute appendicitis: a case report.Annals of medicine and surgery (2012) · 2024Article
- Appendiceal Signet Ring Cell Carcinoma Presenting As Acute Appendicitis: A Case Report.Cureus · 2024Article
- Metastatic Breast Cancer Presenting as Acute Appendicitis: A Rare Case Study and Review of Current Knowledge.Diagnostics (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023Article
- Appendiceal neoplasms in Saudi Arabia: prevalence and clinicopathological profile.Annals of Saudi medicineArticle
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Abstract
Appendiceal signet ring cell carcinoma (ASRCC) is a rare and aggressive form of appendiceal cancer, often presenting with nonspecific symptoms that overlap with acute appendicitis. Early diagnosis and appropriate management are crucial for improving patient outcomes in these rare malignancies. This case report and literature review aims to raise awareness among clinicians about ASRCC of the appendix as a cause of acute appendicitis and highlight the importance of considering this diagnosis in patients with atypical presentations or unexpected histopathological findings. We present a 65-year-old female patient with ASRCC who underwent successful surgical treatment and remains disease-free at the one-year follow-up. It also highlights the necessity of early detection and appropriate treatment in order to improve patient outcomes. In addition, a comprehensive literature review is provided, discussing the clinical presentation, histopathological characteristics, potential pathogenesis, treatment options, and prognosis of ASRCC.
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