Ureteral obstruction caused by mucocele of the appendix: MDCT findings

Authors: Lee, J; Lim, HK; Lee, SJ

Source: Australasian Radiology, Volume 51, Supplement 1, October 2007 , pp. B59-B61(1)

Publisher: Blackwell Publishing

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Abstract:

SUMMARY

Mucocele of the appendix is characterized by distension of the appendiceal lumen due to abnormal accumulation of mucoid substance. Among the known complications of appendiceal mucocele, it is known to be unusual for the appendiceal mucocele to be a cause of ureteral obstruction. Only a few reports have been published in the English literature. We describe a case of right hydronephroureterosis secondary to appendiceal mucocele diagnosed with multidetector-row CT.

Keywords: appendix; computed tomography; cystadenoma; mucocele; ureteral obstruction

Document Type: Research article

DOI: 10.1111/j.1440-1673.2007.01800.x

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