The colon is one part of the large intestine, which also contains the appendix, the cecum, and the rectum, with the colon connecting to the cecum and rectum. This article will cover the location ...

but atypical location of the appendix or other anatomic anomalies can make the diagnosis of appendicitis and appendectomy difficult. In cases of atypical anatomy or diffuse clinical picture ...

Obstruction of the lumen of the appendix is the major cause of appendicitis. Tumors could obstruct this lumen and cause appendicitis in the elderly. The association between appendicitis and colon ...