Ectopic Appendicitis

　　How is ectopic appendicitis caused? Most people have their appendix descended into the right iliac fossa at birth. If there is an abnormality in embryonic development, the appendix can remain in any part of the abdominal cavity. When the ectopic appendix is infected with bacteria, it can trigger ectopic appendicitis.

　　Ectopic appendicitis, in addition to general symptoms, can also cause other diseases. The ectopic appendix can remain in any part of the abdominal cavity, and if not treated promptly, it can lead to abdominal abscesses. Therefore, once detected, active treatment is required, and preventive measures should also be taken in daily life.

　　Due to malrotation of the intestines during embryonic development, the position of the appendix can vary. What are the symptoms of ectopic appendicitis?

　　1. Acute onset of low (pelvic) appendicitis:It manifests as referred abdominal pain, but the site of pain and the area of tenderness are both lower, and the muscle tension is also lighter. During the course of the disease, symptoms such as increased frequency of defecation and anal prolapse may occur, or symptoms such as frequent urination and urgency may occur.

　　2. Acute onset of high (infrapatellar) appendicitis:When the appendix is located below the liver, the pain, tenderness, and muscle tension are all limited to the upper right abdomen, and it is often misdiagnosed as acute cholecystitis in clinical practice.

　　3. Acute onset of left-sided appendicitis:The pain and tenderness of the left lower abdomen may be transferred, and the tenderness and muscle tension are also limited to the left iliac fossa.

　　Ectopic appendicitis is caused by abnormal embryonic development, where the appendix can become inflamed and retained in any part of the abdominal cavity. There are no effective preventive measures for ectopic appendicitis. This disease should attract great attention from both clinical doctors and patients.

　　Patients with ectopic appendicitis usually undergo some routine laboratory tests before diagnosis. In fact, with the development of science and technology, in addition to using conventional methods for examination, some more advanced technologies can also be chosen for examination. Let's take a look at the examination methods for ectopic appendicitis below.

　　1. Urinalysis.

　　2. Blood routine.

　　3. Abdominal X-ray film.

　　4. Ultrasound examination.

　　5. CT examination.

　　6. Laparoscopic examination.

　　Patients with ectopic appendicitis should pay attention to diet control, eat light and easily digestible foods, and avoid cold and raw foods. The diet of patients should be light and easy to digest, eat more vegetables and fruits, and properly balance the diet, ensuring adequate nutrition. In addition, patients should also pay attention to avoiding spicy, greasy, and cold foods.

　　The main treatment for ectopic appendicitis is surgery, and the incision should be determined according to the position of the ectopic appendix. Due to malrotation of the intestines during embryonic development, the position of the appendix can vary. The diagnosis of ectopic appendicitis should be based on the general routine of acute appendicitis, with dynamic observation and careful analysis to obtain an accurate diagnosis.