Gastroenterology & Hepatology — Flashcards

Overdose of acetaminophen causes _____ necrosis

Hint: organ

Cirrhosis typically progresses over _____+ years

What is the management of paralytic ileus if signs of peritonitis? _____

What is the definitive management for acute liver failure? _____

Ascites is a(n) _____ sign of cirrhosis

Hint: early/intermediate/late

On examination for paralytic ileus there is _____ due to gas accumulation

What is the initial imaging for cirrhosis? _____

H. pylori infection cause peptic ulcers, particularly _____ ulcers

Spot diagnosis = _____

On abdominal palpation for cirrhosis, _____megaly & hepatomegaly can be felt