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Appendicitis

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Anatomical landmarks, front view
Anatomical landmarks, front view
Appendectomy- series
Appendectomy - series
Digestive system
Definition

Appendicitis is inflammation of the appendix. The appendix is a small pouch attached to your large intestine.


Causes, incidence, and risk factors

Appendicitis is one of the most common causes of emergency abdominal surgery in the United States. Appendicitis usually occurs when the appendix becomes blocked by feces, a foreign object, or rarely, a tumor.


Review Date: 11/14/2006
Reviewed By: Jenifer K. Lehrer, MD, Department of Gastroenterology, Frankford-Torresdale Hospital, Jefferson Health System, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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