Case report describing appendicular diverticulosis presenting as an acute appendicitis

Introduction: Appendicular diverticulosis (Diverticulosis of the appendix) is an uncommon clinical condition that although can cause chronic abdominal pain, it usually presents with right iliac fossa acute pain. Distinguishing it from appendicitis is important as DA carries higher risk of perforation and may be associated with an underlying malignancy.
Source: International Journal of Surgery - Category: Surgery Authors: Source Type: research