Pseudomyxoma peritonei secondary to mucocele of the appendix

Susan Ackerman; Lisa Baron; Abid Irshad

Pseudomyxoma peritonei secondary to mucocele of the appendix

Susan Ackerman, Lisa Baron, Abid Irshad

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Abstract

A 58-year-old female presents with abdominal distension. Her past medical history is significant for hysterectomy ten years ago, reason unknown. Physical examination was positive for ascites. Laboratory findings included an elevated CEA level (carcinogenembryonic antigen). Radiology workup included an ultrasound initially and then a computed tomography (CT) of the abdomen and pelvis.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	28-29
Number of pages	2
Journal	Applied Radiology
Volume	40
Issue number	9
State	Published - Sep 1 2011
Externally published	Yes

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Radiology Nuclear Medicine and imaging

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Pseudomyxoma peritonei secondary to mucocele of the appendix

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