Incidentally discovered low‐grade appendiceal mucinous neoplasm: a precursor to pseudomyxoma peritonei. Issue 12 (13th October 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Padmanaban, Vennila; Morano, William F.; Gleeson, Elizabeth; Aggarwal, Anshu; Mapow, Beth L.; Stein, David E.; Bowne, Wilbur B.
• Is Part Of: Clinical case reports. Volume 4:Issue 12(2016)
• Page Start: 1112
• Page End: 1116
• Publication Date: 2016-10-13
• Subjects: Appendiceal mucinous neoplasm -- appendix -- mucinous cystadenoma -- mucocele -- pseudomyxoma peritonei; Medicine -- Periodicals; 616.09
• DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.694
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2050-0904

Abstract

Key Clinical Message: Appendiceal mucoceles (AMs) infrequently arise from an underlying malignancy. Treatment has progressed toward a less aggressive approach over time; they can be managed by appendectomy‐only unless pathology reveals malignancy. The ultimate goal of management is to prevent AM rupture, avoiding the syndrome of pseudomyxoma peritonei. Abstract : Appendiceal mucoceles (AMs) infrequently arise from an underlying malignancy. Treatment has progressed toward a less aggressive approach over time; they can be managed by appendectomy‐only unless pathology reveals malignancy. The ultimate goal of management is to prevent AM rupture, avoiding the syndrome of pseudomyxoma peritonei.