Mucocele of the Appendix



Mucocele of the Appendix


Michael P. Federle, MD, FACR










(Left) Axial CECT shows a cystic mass image in the right lower quadrant intimately associated with the cecum. There is some calcification image within the wall of the mass. (Right) Axial CECT shows a tubular, nonenhancing structure image arising from the tip of the cecum. There is no inflammatory infiltration or wall enhancement, as might be expected for acute appendicitis.

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Jun 13, 2016 | Posted by in GASTROINTESTINAL IMAGING | Comments Off on Mucocele of the Appendix

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