Gastroenterology & Hepatology — Flashcards

What is the management of a well-contained GI perforation with no signs of _____ or peritonitis? Conservative management (Bowel rest, Abx, monitoring of vital signs, serial abdo exams)

What is the first-line investigation for suspected GI perforation? _____

Appendicitis and diverticulitis are examples of _____ GI perforation

Hint: Mechanism

Auscultation of a peritonitic abdomen may reveal _____

Extraluminal gas (pneumoperitoneum) & Loss of bowel wall continuity upon CT abdomen are suggestive of _____

What are the characteristic findings upon CT of GI perforation? _____ & Loss of bowel wall continuity

_____ presents with sudden-onset of severe, diffuse abdominal pain with peritonitis

Peptic ulcers on the _____ duodenal wall are more likely to perforate

Suspected GI perforation with localised _____ pain is suggestive of contained perforated appendicitis

Hint: Location

Pain radiating to the _____ is suggestive of an upper GI perforation