[Crohn disease].

Among 2,443 patients who underwent operation for acute appendicitis in a period of 9 years 19 had Crohn's disease. The specific features of the clinical picture and the morphological changes are described. The diagnosis and surgical tactics in Crohn's disease are discussed. It is emphasized that alertness in relation to this disease in emergency surgery is necessary because of the danger of the development of grave complications. Recommendations with regard to the treatment of patients in the postoperative period are given.