Case Report
Year: 2018 | Month: October | Volume: 5 | Issue: 10 | Pages: 17-19
Enterobial Infestation in Surgically Removed Appendices- Analysis of 4 Cases
Dr. Avani Jain1, Dr. Reeta Dhar2, Dr. Atul Jain3, Dr. Hoogar M.B4, Dr. Priyanka Lad1, Dr. Talatnoor Sheikh1
1Post-graduate resident; 2Professor; 3Assistant Professor; 4Associate Professor
Department of Pathology, M.G.M’s Medical College, Kamothe, Navi Mumbai
Corresponding Author: Dr. Avani Jain
ABSTRACT
Enterobius Vermicularis also known as pinworm or threadworm is the most common parasitic infestation of appendix most commonly affecting the paediatric age group. It is an obligate parasite measuring approximately 10mm in length with its head embedded in adjacent bowel. Infection spreads most commonly via fecal-oral route in humans. It is usually asymptomatic but the most common symptom is perianal pruritus.
Key words: Follicular appendicitis, Enterobius Vermicularis
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