Gastroenterology & Hepatology — Flashcards

Ulcerative colitis can present with the feeling of needing to pass bowels when they are empty (_____)

Acutely thrombosed external haemorrhoids should be managed with _____ if presented in > 3-4 days

Triggers of ulcerative colitis: - Stress - Medications (_____, antibiotics) - Cessation of smoking

What is the surgical management of ulcerative colitis? _____

What is the management for maintaining remission in mild-to-moderate ulcerative colitis with extensive disease? _____

Small bowel obstruction results in bowel _____ proximal to the obstruction, and bowel collapse distal to the obstruction

Small bowel obstruction types: - _____ - Complete

Crohn's disease is characterised by _____ lesions, which can occur anywhere from the mouth to the anus

What is the primary management of haemorrhoids? _____

Hint: 3 (including lifestyle advice)

What is the management for inducing remission in Crohn's? 1st-line: _____