Gastroenterology & Hepatology — Flashcards

_____ indicates left-sided colorectal cancer

Hint: haematochezia/melena

_____ is a rare autosomal dominant condition which leads to the formation of 100s of polyps by 30-40yrs that inevitably turn into colorectal carcinoma

Colorectal cancers most commonly occur in the 1. _____ 2. Sigmoid 20% 3. Caecum + ascending colon 15%

The blood in haemorrhoids presents as _____ and is seen on toilet paper

Hint: colour

What is the investigation of choice for suspected oesophageal cancer? _____

What is the alternative investigation for oesophageal cancer if endoscopy is not tolerated? _____

What is the investigation of choice for suspected colorectal carcinoma? _____

_____ describes the presence of diverticula that causes symptoms

Diverticular disease is primarily a disease of _____

Hint: demographic

20% of patients with Diverticular disease will experience _____