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Appendicular Mucocele
I was incidentally detected with Appendicular Mucocele and having no pain and symptoms. Shall I go for surgery or not?
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Appendiceal mucocele may be benign or neoplastic, whick require further surgery even asymptomatic.
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Required Preoperative Evaluation:-
Diagnosis by imaging: CT scan/ultrasound to characterize size, wall features and rule out signs of rupture or spread.
Evaluate for PMP signs (peritoneal mucin, ascites, implants).
Tumour markers (CEA, CA 19-9) may assist but are non-specific.
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Surgical Management -
Remove the lesion intact
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Definitely yes. Surgery as early as possible.
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