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Repeat Cytoreduction and Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy for Recurrent Mucinous Appendiceal Adenocarcinoma: A Viable Treatment Strategy with Demonstrable Benefit
IntroductionMany patients with mucinous appendiceal adenocarcinoma experience peritoneal recurrence despite complete cytoreductive surgery (CRS) and...
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Extent of Resection and Long-Term Outcomes for Appendiceal Adenocarcinoma: a SEER Database Analysis of Mucinous and non-Mucinous Histologies
BackgroundMucinous appendiceal adenocarcinomas (MAA) and non-mucinous appendiceal adenocarcinomas (NMAA) demonstrate differences in rates and...
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Similar Survival Among All Subtypes of Mucinous Appendiceal Adenocarcinoma Except the Intermediate Subtype, Which Shows an Improved Survival
BackgroundLimited success in the management of mucinous appendiceal adenocarcinoma (MACA) has been reported.
MethodsCytoreductive surgery with...
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Neoplastic appendiceal mucinous lesions: a narrative review of the literature from an oncologist’s perspective
Appendiceal mucinous lesions’ classification and nomenclature has been modified several times along the last decades, reflecting their great...
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Bilateral Mucinous Cystic Ovarian Tumours: Beware of an Appendiceal Neoplasm Hiding Behind the Veil
BackgroundBilateral cystic-appearing mucinous ovarian tumours can either be primary ovarian or secondary from extra-ovarian primary sites...
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A Novel Assessment of Metabolic Pathways in Peritoneal Metastases from Low-Grade Appendiceal Mucinous Neoplasms
BackgroundThere is a paucity of targeted therapies for patients with pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP) secondary to low-grade appendiceal mucinous...
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Appendiceal neoplasms derived from appendiceal tip remnants following appendectomy: a report of two cases
BackgroundNeoplasms derived from remnant appendix are rarely described, with most cases arising from the appendiceal “stump”. Here, we present two...
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Does a Positive Appendiceal Resection Margin in Low-Grade Appendiceal Mucinous Neoplasms, Warrant Additional Surgery? Our Institution Experience and Literature Review
BackgroundManagement of low-grade appendiceal mucinous neoplasm (LAMN) with positive resection margin is controversial. Some guidelines recommend...
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Peritoneal dissemination of appendiceal goblet cell adenocarcinoma mimicking white pus caused by peritonitis following appendicitis: an instructive case report
BackgroundGoblet cell adenocarcinoma is an extremely rare tumor in which the same cells exhibit both mucinous and neuroendocrine differentiation. It...
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Role of colectomy in the management of appendiceal tumors: a retrospective cohort study
BackgroundAppendiceal tumors represent a range of histologies that vary in behavior. Recommendations for treatment with appendectomy versus right...
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Which is the appropriate surgical procedure for appendiceal adenocarcinoma: appendectomy, partial colectomy or right hemicolectomy?
ObjectiveThe purpose of this study was to explore the appropriate surgical procedure and clinical decision for appendiceal adenocarcinoma.
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Targeted Next-Generation Sequencing Improves the Prognostication of Patients with Disseminated Appendiceal Mucinous Neoplasms (Pseudomyxoma Peritonei)
BackgroundAppendiceal mucinous neoplasms (AMNs) with disseminated disease (pseudomyxoma peritonei) are heterogeneous tumors with variable...
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Predicting Survival in Mucinous Adenocarcinoma of the Appendix: Demographics, Disease Presentation, and Treatment Methodology
BackgroundMucinous adenocarcinoma of the appendix (MACA) follows a complex disease course with variable survival. Large-scale predictive modeling may...
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The Role of Adjuvant Chemotherapy Following Right Hemicolectomy for Non-metastatic Mucinous and Nonmucinous Appendiceal Adenocarcinoma
BackgroundAppendiceal adenocarcinoma (AA) represents a heterogenous group of neoplasms with distinct histologic features. The role and efficacy of...
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The Prognostic Impact of Microsatellite Instability on the Outcome of Appendiceal Adenocarcinoma: a National Cancer Database Analysis
BackgroundMicrosatellite instability (MSI) is recognized as a favorable outcome predictor in colorectal cancer. However, its impact on overall...
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Incidence rate and histology of appendiceal neoplasms in complicated versus uncomplicated appendicitis: A meta-analysis and systematic review
IntroductionStudies evaluating the rate and histology of appendiceal neoplasms between complicated and uncomplicated appendicitis include a small...
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Imaging Features of Appendiceal Mucoceles and It’s Complications
Purpose of ReviewAppendiceal mucoceles are a rare but consequential clinical entity whose discovery can alter surgical management. A variety of...
