Article Dans Une Revue Asian Journal of Research in Surgery Année : 2025

Appendiceal Actinomycosis Revealed in the Postpartum Period: A Case Report and Literature Review

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Appendiceal actinomycosis is a rare form of chronic infection caused by Actinomyces israelii, a commensal bacterium of the digestive and female genital tracts. Its clinical presentation is often atypical and nonspecific, making the diagnosis difficult, usually established postoperatively. We report the case of a 35-year-old woman admitted on the 30th day postpartum with right iliac fossa pain evolving over several days, associated with fever. A history of prolonged intrauterine device (IUD) use was noted. Imaging revealed an appendiceal mass, prompting urgent surgical exploration. Histological analysis revealed sulfur granules and filamentous bacilli, consistent with appendiceal actinomycosis. The patient received prolonged antibiotic treatment with amoxicillin for twelve months, with a favorable outcome. This case highlights the importance of considering this diagnosis in cases of chronic abdominal pain, especially in postpartum women, and emphasizes the benefit of combined medical-surgical management in advanced forms.

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hal-05234502 , version 1 (02-09-2025)

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Adil Chaouni, Marouane Oucharqui, Hajar Kandoussi, Sofia Mchichou, Hounaida Mahfoud, et al.. Appendiceal Actinomycosis Revealed in the Postpartum Period: A Case Report and Literature Review. Asian Journal of Research in Surgery, 2025, 8 (2), pp.395-400. ⟨hal-05234502⟩
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