Original Article

Intra-Abdominal Lymphoid Hyperplasia and Appendiceal Disease: Clinical and Pathological Analysis of 100 Consecutive Cases

Authors: GERALD N. WEISS, M.D., ANDREW RANIER, M.D.

Abstract

Lymphoid hyperplasia within the abdomen due to viral infection or other causes may simulate acute appendicitis of the pyogenic variety. The authors discuss the diagnosis and management of this syndrome.

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