An Uncommon Cause of Appendicitis "Actinomyces Turicensis," A Rare Species Causing Abdominal Actinomycosis.

Primary actinomycosis of the appendix is a rare clinical entity. It is generally diagnosed based on histological examination or culture of actinomyces obtained from a peritoneal fluid sampling, and the treatment frequently requires surgical resection. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]