Abdominal emergencies — Flashcards

Is surgery indicated for Crohn's disease? _____

Do inguinal hernias lead to an enlarged testes? _____

Midgut volvulus is a surgical emergency that classically presents in a neonate with congenital _____, manifesting as bilious vomiting and abdominal distention.

What is the treatment for choledocholithiasis? _____

FAP and marked increase in polyps since the last screening or detection of an adenoma with high-grade dysplasia is managed with _____

Hint: next step

What is the treatment for evisceration?\n_____

_____ colon cancers bleed while _____ colon cancers obstruct

What type of hernia requires emergency surgery requiring ex-lap? _____

_____ for hemorrhoids is indicated after conservative therapy (e.g. increased fluid/fiber, reduced fat/alcohol, topical therapy) fail

What are the two indications for gastric bypass? _____

Hint: Two population types