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World J Clin Cases. May 16, 2024; 12(14): 2457-2462
Published online May 16, 2024. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v12.i14.2457
Published online May 16, 2024. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v12.i14.2457
Appendiceal bleeding caused by vascular malformation: A case report
Qin Ma, Department of General Surgery, Fuling Hospital Affiliated to Chongqing University, Chongqing 408000, China
Jin-Jie Du, Department of Geriatrics, Fuling Hospital Affiliated to Chongqing University, Chongqing 408000, China
Author contributions: Ma Q and Du JJ contributed to manuscript writing, data analysis, and editing. All authors have read and approved the final manuscript.
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Corresponding author: Jin-Jie Du, MM, Doctor, Department of Geriatrics, Fuling Hospital Affiliated to Chongqing University, No. 2 Gaosuntang Road, Fuling District, Chongqing 408000, China. 1369343220@qq.com
Received: February 22, 2024
Revised: March 9, 2024
Accepted: April 3, 2024
Published online: May 16, 2024
Processing time: 73 Days and 7.3 Hours
Revised: March 9, 2024
Accepted: April 3, 2024
Published online: May 16, 2024
Processing time: 73 Days and 7.3 Hours
Core Tip
Core Tip: Acute lower gastrointestinal bleeding (LGIB) is common, however, appendiceal bleeding is extremely rare. The diagnosis of appendiceal bleeding is challenging because of its rarity and lack of related guidelines and consensus. Colonoscopy is extremely important, and bowel preparation is not routinely recommended for patients with acute LGIB. Laparoscopic appendectomy is the most appropriate treatment for appendiceal bleeding.