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A case of death after the severing three appendiceal arteries during appendectomy.

Yongtai ZhangHongli XiongFang ChengQi WangJianbo Li
Published in: Forensic science, medicine, and pathology (2024)
Through this case, we hope that surgeons can learn more about the anatomy of the appendiceal artery and understand the possibility of accessory arteries to the appendix. During surgery, the blood vessels supplying the appendix should be carefully explored, and the "one-size-fits-all approach" should be avoided. Moreover, attention should be given to complications after appendectomy, and timely symptomatic treatment should be provided. Key points 1. Rare typing: The case of death due to improper handling of the accessory appendicular artery during appendectomy in patients with three appendiceal arteries is currently unreported. 2. Detailed anatomical knowledge: Surgeons performing an appendectomy need to make a detailed exploration of the blood vessel supply of the appendix to avoid ignoring anatomically different blood vessels. 3. Avoid a one-size-fits-all approach: In the surgical process, a "one-size-fits-all" approach should be avoided, that is, the same surgical approach should not be used in all cases, but should be adjusted according to the anatomical characteristics of the individual. 4. Observation of postoperative bleeding: In the perioperative period, peritoneal drainage should be closely observed. If a large amount of bloody fluid is found, timely surgical treatment should be carried out. 5. Attention to complications: Surgeons should pay.
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