Acute appendicitis complicating Amyand's hernia: imaging features and literature review.
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چکیده
Acute appendicitis complicating Amyand's hernia is an extremely rare condition, in which the appendix herniates into the inguinal sac and, subsequently, gets inflamed. The condition is difficult to diagnose clinically. Imaging is valuable for its diagnosis and detection of the associated complications. In this article, we will discuss the imaging features of acute appendicitis complicating Amyand's hernia and the results of a literature review on the condition.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Hong Kong medical journal = Xianggang yi xue za zhi
دوره 20 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2014