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Anatomy and Pathophysiology of Appendicitis by Ichfad Ananda is a document available to read on EtoBox.

1. The appendix is a small finger-like organ attached to the cecum below the ileocecal valve. Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix, usually caused by obstruction of the lumen. 2. The appendix produces mucus to protect against infection, though its removal does not affect immunity. Obstruction is commonly due to lymphoid hyperplasia, foreign objects, or fecoliths in the lumen. Men are more often affected between ages 15-30 years when lymphoid tissue peaks. 3. Appendicitis results from obstruct

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Ichfad Ananda

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