General Surgery — Flashcards

How are abdominal aortic aneurysms < _____cm managed? US surveillance + optimising risk factors

What demographic is commonly associated with abdominal aortic aneurysm? _____

How are abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA) ≥ _____ cm, symptomatic, or rapidly enlarging managed? Vascular surgery referral for elective repair (EVAR or open repair)

Infrarenal aorta normal size: Females → _____cm Males → ~2.0cm

Screening criteria for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA):\n_____

Sensation and pain are _____ in arterial ulcers

Hint: Intact/Not Intact

Venous ulcers are generally _____ than arterial or neuropathic ulcers

Hint: Smaller/Bigger

_____ ulcers are caused by peripheral arterial disease

What is the first-line management of venous ulcers?\n_____

Venous ulcers are caused by _____