[Retroperitoneal appendicular abscess: urologic management]

Actas Urol Esp. 1990 Sep-Oct;14(5):383-4.
[Article in Spanish]

Abstract

A case of retroperitoneal abscess with appendicular origin is presented. Both diagnostic process and therapeutic approach is analyzed. We also review the literature on cecal appendix pathology and its relationship to the urinary tract.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Abscess / etiology*
  • Abscess / surgery
  • Appendicitis / complications*
  • Appendicitis / surgery
  • Child
  • Humans
  • Intestinal Perforation / complications*
  • Intestinal Perforation / surgery
  • Male
  • Retroperitoneal Space
  • Rupture, Spontaneous
  • Urology