This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Small & Large Intestine, Subject name: Surgery
Carcinoid tumor in the appendix size 3.4 cm. The ideal treatment is: 
Select and explain. 
A. Right hemicolectomy, B. Radiotherapy, C. Chemotherapy, D. Observation
A: Right hemicolectomy
Answer: A: Right hemicolectomy 
Explanation: Ans. (a) Right hemicolectomyRef: Sabiston 20th edition, Page 1308* For tumors at base of appendix and for tumors in appendix >2cm. Right hemicolectomy is the treatment of choice.