A unique case of epigastric appendicitis: a case report
Intestinal malrotation is a congenital condition that affects ⁓1 in every 6000 live births in which the intestines undergo abnormal rotation during early embryonic development that leads to the unusual positioning of the cecum and appendix. This abnormal placement can complicate the diagnosis of appendicitis for healthcare providers, and serious complications can result if the condition is not identified and managed promptly. This case report aims to present a rare presentation of appendicitis and to highlight the importance of understanding this congenital abnormality.
Authors
- Omar Shalaby (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0001-9331-0782)
- Ahmad Almulla
- Mohamed Elgazzar
- Sulaiman Alosaimi
- Hawraa Taqi
Institutions
- Farwaniya Hospital (KW)
- Ministry of Health (KW)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Surgical Case Reports
- Published
- 2025-03-29
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1093/jscr/rjaf246
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Intestinal Malrotation and Obstruction Disorders
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 2.01