A Case of Low-Grade Appendiceal Mucinous Neoplasm: The Role of Preoperative Imaging and Surgical Technique in Achieving Favorable Outcomes.

Appendiceal mucinous neoplasms may present without symptoms or with chronic pain in the right lower quadrant. This report describes a case of a 35-year-old woman who presented with chronic right lower quadrant pain and was found to have a low-grade appendiceal mucinous neoplasm (LAMN). Physical examination revealed localized tenderness in the right lower quadrant with no additional symptoms. Preoperative laboratory results were normal, and a CT scan revealed a cystic appendiceal lesion with an internal calcification, initially mistaken for a fecalith, which led to the decision for exploratory laparotomy. Intraoperative findings confirmed the presence of a cystic-like appendiceal lesion, and an open appendectomy was performed. Histopathological examination revealed a low-grade appendiceal mucinous neoplasm (LAMN) confined to the mucosa, without evidence of metastatic disease. The patient had an uneventful recovery and required no additional treatment. This case highlights that surgical intervention with proper technique for confined appendiceal neoplasms, combined with effective preoperative imaging and thorough histopathological examination, is crucial for diagnosis and effective management, ensuring favorable outcomes.
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