Recurrent Appendicitis: Clinical Presentation, Diagnostic Challenges, and Surgical Management
Abstract: This article presents a case report of a 23 - year - old male patient with recurrent appendicitis, characterized by repeated episodes of acute abdominal pain in the lower right quadrant. Despite multiple prior diagnoses, the patient?s condition was confirmed through a CT scan revealing a thickened retrocecal appendix. Surgical intervention resulted in clinical improvement, highlighting the importance of considering recurrent appendicitis in cases of non - specific abdominal pain to prevent potential complications.
Keywords: Recurrent appendicitis, clinical presentation, diagnostic challenges, surgical management, abdominal pain
How to Cite?: Bruno De Souza Barros Da Costa, "Recurrent Appendicitis: Clinical Presentation, Diagnostic Challenges, and Surgical Management", Volume 12 Issue 8, August 2023, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1382-1382, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR23815012647, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR23815012647