Appendix CT Scan: Normal vs Appendicitis - Acute, Gangrenous, and Perforated Types

Explore CT scan images comparing normal appendix to various stages of appendicitis in this 12-minute video. Learn to identify key features of acute, gangrenous, and perforated appendicitis. Understand the differences between normal and inflamed appendix, including diameter measurements and surrounding fat tissue appearance. Discover important signs like the Caecal Bar Sign and Arrowhead Sign. Examine characteristics of gangrenous appendicitis, such as lack of wall enhancement and gas formation. Recognize signs of perforation, including focal wall defects and extraluminal gas. Differentiate between periappendiceal phlegmon and abscess based on density and border definition. Enhance your ability to interpret appendix CT scans for accurate diagnosis and patient care.

Acute Appendicitis -
Caecal Bar Sign -
Arrowhead Sign -
Gangrenous Appendicitis -
Perforated Appendicitis -