Atypical perforated appendicitis secondary to schistosomiasis: a rare case report

CONCLUSION: Although schistosomiasis is a rare cause of appendicitis and is very prevalent in developing nations, it should be considered when managing the condition. Anti-shistosoma drugs, which are not frequently used in post-appendectomy cases, should also be considered in the management.PMID:38333312 | PMC:PMC10849306 | DOI:10.1097/MS9.0000000000001480

Source: Annals of Medicine - February 9, 2024 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Faisal Abdi Osoble Osman Yahye Garad Mohamed Najib Mohamed Salad Nuh Mohamed Yahye Source Type: research