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Anatomy and Physiology-Appendicitis
Anatomy and Physiology-Appendicitis
Salivary glands
Pharynx
Esophagus
Stomach
Small intestine
Large intestine
Cecum
Appendix
Ascending colon
Transverse colon
Descending colon
Sigmoid colon
Rectum
Anus
PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
Distention of
the appendix
Increase intra-
luminal pressure
Impaired
blood supply
edema infection
Inflammation ulceration
Loss of appetite