Minimally Invasive Surgery for Resection of Appendiceal Mucocele: A Single-Center Experience Case Series

Abstract

Introduction: Appendiceal Mucocele is a rare medical condition, sometimes it is discovered incidentally but occasionally it could mimic acute appendicitis. Laparoscopic resection of appendiceal mucocele recently has been reported, but the safety and efficacy are still controversial. Presentation of cases: We will present four cases of laparoscopic resection of appediceal mucocele. The First, second, and fourth cases were treated by laparoscopic appendectomy only; While the third case was treated by laparoscopic right hemicolectomy. Discussion: We elected to do our cases using a Laparoscopic approach. Laparoscopic resection is achievable with expert surgeons, despite the risk of malignancy, but necessary precautions should be taken. The four cases’ final histopathology reports showed the same result: Low-Grade Appendiceal Mucinous Neoplasm (LAMN). Conclusion: A Laparoscopic resection of appendiceal mucocele can be done by expert surgeons if the necessary precautions were taken to prevent spillage.