What Is a Gangrenous Appendix?

What Is a Gangrenous Appendix?

Gangrenous appendicitis was defined as an inflamed appendix with signs of grossly necrotic tissue

necrotic tissue
Necrosis (from Ancient Greek νέκρωσις, nékrōsis, "death") is a form of cell injury which results in the premature death of cells in living tissue by autolysis. Necrosis is caused by factors external to the cell or tissue, such as infection, or trauma which result in the unregulated digestion of cell components.
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but no frank perforation or abscess.

What causes a gangrene appendix?

The cause of appendicitis relates to blockage of the inside of the appendix, known as the lumen. The blockage leads to increased pressure, impaired blood flow, and inflammation. If the blockage is not treated, gangrene and rupture (breaking or tearing) of the appendix can result.

How do you manage gangrenous appendicitis?

Opioids, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or acetaminophen should be provided to patients with suspected acute appendicitis. Open and laparoscopic appendectomies are effective surgical techniques for the treatment of acute appendicitis.

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