A different type of perforation: appendicitis after colonoscopy

Physicians who perform colonoscopy should consider appendicitis in the differential diagnosis of post procedure abdominal pain. Diagnostic laparoscopy is a safe adjunct for evaluation in patients with suspected perforation after colonoscopy. It is important that all physicians be aware of this compl...

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Published in:JRSM open 2018-12, Vol.9 (12), p.2054270418815108
Main Authors: Jambhekar, Amani, Robinson, Shawn, Lindborg, Ryan, Rucinski, James, Borriello, Raffaele
Format: Article
Language:English
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Appendicitis
Case Report
Colonoscopy
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Summary:Physicians who perform colonoscopy should consider appendicitis in the differential diagnosis of post procedure abdominal pain. Diagnostic laparoscopy is a safe adjunct for evaluation in patients with suspected perforation after colonoscopy. It is important that all physicians be aware of this complication to ensure prompt diagnosis and intervention.
ISSN:2054-2704
2054-2704
DOI:10.1177/2054270418815108