Periappendiceal Actinomycosis Mimicking Malignancy. Report of a Case

Authors: Koren R.¹; Dekel Y.¹; Ramadan E.²; Veltman V.¹; Dreznik Z.²

Source: Pathology Research and Practice, Volume 198, Number 6, July 2002 , pp. 441-443(3)

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Abstract:

A case of a periappendiceal actinomycosis, seen in an 83-year-old woman, clinically mimicking a right ovarian neoplasm penetrating the right colon, is presented. The patient's complaints led to the discovery of a right abdominal mass. Explorative laparotomy and right hemicolectomy were done. Histological examination revealed periappendiceal actinomycotic abscesses. We discuss a possible pathogenesis and the therapeutic modalities.

Keywords: Periappendiceal actinomycosis; Antibiotics; Surgery; Treatment

Language: English

Document Type: Miscellaneous

Affiliations: 1: Department of Pathology, Hasharon Hospital, Petah Tikva, and Sackler School of Medicine, Tel-Aviv University 2: Department of Surgery “A”, Hasharon Hospital, Petah Tikva, and Sackler School of Medicine, Tel-Aviv University

Publication date: 2002-07-01