Fatty falciform ligament appendage torsion (F-FLAT): A rare cause of acute epigastric pain

Key Points

• Acute epigastric pain is linked to fatty falciform ligament appendage torsion, a rare condition often overlooked.
• Imaging studies reveal characteristic radiological findings in cases of ligament appendage torsion, aiding diagnosis.
• The diagnosis of torsion requires careful evaluation, as symptoms can mimic other abdominal emergencies.
• Awareness of this rare condition may enable quicker diagnosis and treatment, improving patient outcomes.