Hidden Malignancies: A 10‐Year Review of Appendiceal Neoplasm Rates in Hawke's Bay Compared to International Trends

The local incidence of appendiceal neoplasms (2.87%) was higher than the internationally reported rate of 1.98%. Neuroendocrine tumours were the most common subtype. The predominance of Urban and New Zealand European cases may reflect access to surgical services or demographic distribution. These findings highlight the importance of routine histopathological evaluation of appendicectomy specimens to ensure timely diagnosis and management of neoplasms.