Schistosomiasis of appendix with review of literature.

Abstract

Schistosomiasis a widespread parasitic disease is caused by a typical trematode with vertebrate-invertebrate lifecycle and occurs in welldefined geographical areas. The development of water resources and migration of populations are responsible for the introduction of the disease into new regions of the world. Schistosomiasis is an unusual cause of appendicitis. We present a case of appendicitis in a 60 year old Saudi male and discuss its review of literature.

First sliding Amyand hernia harbouring appendicular schistosomiasis: Case report

“…Postoperatively, histopathology of the resected specimen revealed AS, which was an incidental finding. The patient was an emigrant from an endemic schistosomiasis area, in agreement with other reported AS [17,18]. Our patient had no symptoms suggestive of AS (e.g.…”