January 1, 2025Case Reports in SurgeryOpen Access

Unexpected Acute‐Onset Stump Appendicitis in a Teenager: A Rare Postappendectomy Complication

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Stump appendicitis can occur just 11 days after an appendectomy, presenting with abdominal pain and fever.
Imaging and physical exams confirmed inflammation at the surgical site in this rare postappendectomy case.
Exploratory surgery revealed retained appendiceal tissue needing resection for recovery, highlighting diagnosis challenges.
Postappendectomy stump appendicitis emphasizes the importance of thorough removal during surgery to prevent complications.

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Case report shows stump appendicitis in a 17-year-old male after appendectomy, indicating surgical complications.

Fasfoos et al. (2025) studied this question.

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