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ArticleCureus2023

Coexistence of Acute Appendicitis and Sigmoid Diverticulitis.

Tatiana Fernandez Trokhimtchouk, Álvaro Morillo Cox, Luis F Flores, Daniella Reinoso Brito, Andres Andrade

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Article in Cureus, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

5 authors.

Tatiana Fernandez TrokhimtchoukGeneral Surgery, Universidad Internacional del Ecuador, Quito, ECU.
Álvaro Morillo CoxGeneral Surgery, Universidad Internacional del Ecuador, Quito, ECU.
Luis F FloresGeneral Surgery, Universidad Internacional del Ecuador, Quito, ECU.
Daniella Reinoso BritoGeneral Practice, Universidad Internacional del Ecuador, Quito, ECU.
Andres AndradeGeneral and Colorectal Surgery, Axxis Hospital, Quito, ECU.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

In recent years, there has been a notable increase in acute diverticulitis cases, attributed to modern lifestyles and improved diagnostic techniques. We present a rare case of concurrent acute appendicitis and diverticulitis in a 35-year-old male who came to the emergency department with abdominal pain. While appendicitis typically requires surgery, diverticulitis is often managed conservatively. Computed tomography is key in diagnosis and decision-making. Despite their differing treatments, cases like this challenge the perception of their rarity. This case prompts consideration of multifocal abdominal pathology. Recognizing concurrent appendicitis and diverticulitis is crucial for guiding appropriate diagnostic and treatment strategies, potentially including non-operative management in select cases.

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abdominal painappendectomyappendicitiscomputed tomographydiverticulitis

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PMID38022345
PMCPMC10668632

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