Table 1.
obstetric and non-obstetric conditions that can mimic acute appendicitis in pregnancy
| Obstetric conditions | Non-obstetric conditions |
|---|---|
| Ectopic pregnancy | Acute pyelonephritis |
| Threatened miscarriage | Cholecystitis |
| Placental abruption | Acute pancreatitis |
| Preterm labour | Gastroenteritis |
| Round ligament pain | Renal calculus |
| Red degeneration of leiomyoma | Salpingitis |
| Chorioamnionitis | Mesenteric adenitis |
| Adnexal torsion |