Gastroenterology & Hepatology — Flashcards

_____ may be used as an initial investigation for an 'acute abodomen'. However, CT (TAP) is the first-line investigation for suspected GI perforation?

Suspected GI perforation with localised _____ pain is suggestive of contained perforated appendicitis

Hint: Location

Extraluminal gas (pneumoperitoneum) & Loss of bowel wall continuity upon CT abdomen are suggestive of _____

Peptic ulcer disease and IBD are examples of _____ GI perforation

Hint: Mechanism

Inspection of a peritonitic abdomen may reveal _____

Past history of _____ and LLQ pain is suggestive of perforated diverticulitis

Conservative management for GI perforation involves _____ and broad spectrum antibiotics

Auscultation of a peritonitic abdomen may reveal _____

Suspected GI perforation with localised _____ pain is suggestive of contained perforated diverticulitis

Hint: Location

Gastrointestinal malignancies may cause a _____ due to erosion of surrounding tissue