Paediatric caecal diverticulitis: a rare but important mimic of acute appendicitis
Abstract
Caecal diverticulitis is a rare cause of right lower quadrant pain, hence is frequently misdiagnosed as acute appendicitis. Diverticula in the caecum are usually solitary, considered to be congenital and more common in people of Asian descent. This case report highlights the need to consider caecal diverticulitis as a potential cause of right lower quadrant pain in paediatric populations, especially in those of Asian descent.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Diverticular Disease and Complications
Appendicitis Diagnosis and Management
Gastrointestinal disorders and treatments
Publication details
- Journal / source
- International Surgery Journal
- Volume
- 13
- Issue
- 3
- Pages
- 395–397
- Publication date
- 23 February 2026
- Language
- EN