Gastroenterology & Hepatology — Flashcards

What investigation is done to confirm diagnosis of Crohn's disease? _____

What is the management for inducing remission in mild-to-moderate ulcerative colitis with extensive disease? First-line: _____

Hint: 2

What is the initial investigation for a perianal abscess? _____

What drug is often used for isolated peri-anal Crohn's disease? _____

What is the primary management of haemorrhoids? _____

Hint: 3 (including lifestyle advice)

What is the management for inducing remission in Crohn's? 1st-line: _____

What is the management for maintaining remission in mild-to-moderate ulcerative colitis? _____

What is the management of perianal fistulae? First-line: _____ Second-line: Surgical - fistulotomy, seton placement

_____ haemorrhoids are painless

A 70 years old patient presents complaining of progressive dysphagia and weight loss. Past medical history is positive for GORD. She has a 40 pack year history of smoking. Barium swallow reveals asymmetric narrowing of the lumen. What is the most likely diagnosis? _____ *Bonus - what type?