Maximum intensity projection aids in diagnosing acute appendicitis and mobile caecum: A case report and literature review

Maximum intensity projection aids in diagnosing acute appendicitis and mobile caecum: A case report and literature review

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Appendicitis Lacrosse Chest Protector is a common childhood condition requiring surgical intervention and delayed diagnosis can have serious consequences.This report describes the case of a child who presented with an acute abdomen and intestinal obstruction.Multidetector (MD) CT demonstrated a left-sided caecum and an inflamed appendix with a faecolith.

Maximum intensity projection (MIP) post-processing was key in identifying Toy the appendicular artery and determine the diagnosis.At surgery, however, a mobile caecum and the appendix were positioned on the right side.