Appendix duplication in association with persistent cloaca and type 2 pouch colon

Mehmet Emin BOLEKEN, Erkan YIL

Abstract

Duplication of the vermiform appendix is extremely rare, and it may be associated with gastrointestinal and genito-urinary anomalies in childhood. Presented herein is a case of association of appendix duplication, pouch colon, and persistent cloaca. Pathogenesis of this association is discussed.