Gastroenterology & Hepatology — Flashcards

Perianal abscesses can be caused by underlying IBD, especially _____

Acutely thrombosed external haemorrhoids should be managed with _____ if presented in > 3-4 days

Triggers of ulcerative colitis: - Stress - Medications (_____, antibiotics) - Cessation of smoking

What is the surgical management of ulcerative colitis? _____

Small bowel obstruction results in bowel _____ proximal to the obstruction, and bowel collapse distal to the obstruction

Small bowel obstruction types: - _____ - Complete

Crohn's disease is characterised by _____ lesions, which can occur anywhere from the mouth to the anus

_____ is the blockage of the small intestine that impedes passage of intestinal contents

What is the final-line surgical management for haemorrhoids? _____ or haemorrhoidal artery ligation

_____ on a blood test correlates well with disease activity of Crohn's