A Cadaveric Study of Anatomical Deviations in the Position of Vermiform Appendix.

Background: Identification of the normal position of appendix is important because in appendicitis variable positions may produce symptoms and signs related to position and hence can mimic other diseases. Hence knowledge of these variations is essential for accurate diagnosis and treatment of the condition. Aims: It was undertaken to investigate certain anatomical features and different positions of the vermiform appendix and caecum in cadavers of Nandyal region. Method: This study was carried on 35 human cadavers irrespective of sex and age from the Department of Anatomy over a periods of 12 months. Results: In the present study the commonest position was retrocaecal(34%), followed by pelvic(28%), postileal(17%), subcaecal(11%) and midinguinal(8%). Preileal variety was not established. Average length of appendix, outer girth of appendix and distance of appendix from ileocaecal junction was 5.93 cm, 2.8 cm and 2.47 cm, respectively. Conclusion: A systematic knowledge of normal anatomy and variations in the position of vermiform appendix is of significant value during surgical and radiological procedure to avoid any catastrophical complication. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]