Cystadenoma of the Appendix A Case Report

Appendiceal mucoceles are rare, often incidentally discovered during appendectomy. This case report describes a 61-year-old woman presenting with right lower quadrant pain whose CT scan suggested atypical appendicitis or mucocele. Laparoscopy confirmed a focal lesion involving the appendix tip and body. Laparoscopic appendectomy with en bloc resection was performed, and histopathology revealed a mucinous cystadenoma. The patient recovered uneventfully. This case highlights the role of laparoscopy in diagnosing and managing appendiceal mucoceles, even when preoperatively suspected. While open surgery is advocated by some, laparoscopic resection can be safe and effective, provided precautions are taken to avoid perforation and peritoneal contamination. Long-term follow-up with CT scanning and tumor markers is recommended to monitor for pseudomyxoma peritonei."