Recurrent appendicitis after appendectomy.
A 23-year-old male presented 3 months after laparoscopic appendectomy with a 1-day history of right lower quadrant pain and lack of appetite. He was afebrile, with stable vital signs. A physical examination revealed localized right lower quadrant tenderness with decreased bowel sounds. Results of all laboratory investigations were normal. A plain radiograph of the abdomen showed surgical clips in …