Neurogenic appendicopathy: an underestimated disease —systematic review of the literature

ConclusionsNA is a poorly known disease, which may clinically appear as AA but is often related to recurrent and longer lasting abdominal pain. Patients with NA may suffer for years before diagnosis. In cases of typical symptoms, appendectomy should be performed even in cases of macroscopically and radiologically normal-appearing appendices with normal laboratory results.
Source: International Journal of Colorectal Disease - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research