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Journal of The Korean Society of Emergency Medicine 2000;11(3): 385-389. |
| Left-Sided Appendicitis: A Case Report |
| Ho Suk Doh, Eun Seuk Hong, Chang Woo Nam |
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Frequent anomalies causing a left-sided appendix are situs inversus and malrotation. The ectopic position of the appendix frequently causes a delay or error in diagnosis because of atypical symptoms. A physical examination is of limited value unless dextrocardia is present. A left-sided appendix is a rare anomaly, but when other diseases are ruled out, it must be considered especially at the emergency department. |
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