Gastroenterology & Hepatology — Flashcards

_____ indicates left-sided colorectal cancer

Hint: haematochezia/melena

Colorectal carcinoma is staged using the _____ scale or TNM

Hint: traditional

What is the investigation of choice for visualising and diagnosing internal haemorrhoids? _____ (and DRE)

If diverticulitis presents with guarding, rigidity, & rebound tenderness then it may be complicated diverticulitis with _____

Hint: complication

Quick Interpretation: _____ [Credit: British Journal of General Practice]

Oesophageal cancer most commonly presents with _____, odynophagia, & weight loss/malnutrition

Describe what the Faecal Immunochemical Test (FIT) is... ..._____

What are the two main surgical options for rectal carcinoma?

Tenesmus can be a symptom of _____-sided colorectal carcinoma

Oesophageal cancer may present with weight _____