[Diagnosis and treatment of pylephlebitis of appendicular origin].

Under observation there were 11 patients with destructive appendicitis complicated by pylephlebitis. Early antibiotic treatment using antibiotics of reserve under control of antibioticogram, introduction of metronidazole++, heparin and adequate desintoxicating therapy allows to anticipate successful results. The best results in shorter terms can be achieved by the intraportal administration of antibiotics, heparin and other drugs after recanalization and catheterization of the umbilical vein.