Gastroenterology & Hepatology — Flashcards

Conservative management for GI perforation involves _____ and broad spectrum antibiotics

What are the characteristic findings upon CT of GI perforation? _____ & Loss of bowel wall continuity

_____ is a congenital abnormality of the bowel that can rarely cause peritonitis due to perforation

Pain radiating to the _____ is suggestive of an upper GI perforation

What is the management for most GI perforations? _____

Appendicitis and diverticulitis are examples of _____ GI perforation

Hint: Mechanism

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

What is the first-line investigation for suspected GI perforation? _____

_____ is the most common cause of perforation peritonitis

Palpation of a peritonitic abdomen may reveal _____, guarding and rebound tenderness