Abstract

Neuroendocrine tumors (NET) of the appendix are rare and is usually detected incidentally after an appendectomy.1 They are derived from the subepithelial cell population. If the tumor is less than 1cm then it can be treated with appendectomy with no further treatment required. However if the tumor is greater than 2cm then right hemicolectomy needs to be performed due to the significant risk for the metastasis. Overall prognosis of the NET of the appendix in all ages is excellent.1 We present a case of a 34yr old male who presented to the emergency room with persistent RLQ pain for several weeks with clinical findings suggesting appendicitis.

Keywords

appendicitis, non-epithelial tumors, neuroendocrine tumors, persistent RLQ pain