2023
DOI: 10.3390/cancers15153872
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The Vermiform Appendix and Its Pathologies

Marian Constantin,
Livia Petrescu,
Cristina Mătanie
et al.

Abstract: The vermiform appendix is a muscular cylindrical structure originating near the junction of the cecum and ileum, averaging 9 cm (5–35 cm) in size. As the most mobile viscera, it can adopt several positions, the most common being the retrocecal position. Perceived as an atavistic organ lacking physiological relevance, the vermiform appendix appears to be involved in immune function, serving in the maturation of B lymphocytes and the production of immunoglobulin A, in endocrine function, excreting amines and hor… Show more

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“…This pain will shift to the right iliac fossa and the anorexia or nausea are usually associated with this pain. In addition, other manifestations include fever, tenderness at the right iliac fossa, guarding and rebound tenderness (9)(10)(11) . However, there was a higher rate of negative appendicitis when based on clinical examination.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…This pain will shift to the right iliac fossa and the anorexia or nausea are usually associated with this pain. In addition, other manifestations include fever, tenderness at the right iliac fossa, guarding and rebound tenderness (9)(10)(11) . However, there was a higher rate of negative appendicitis when based on clinical examination.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%