Gastroenterology & Hepatology — Flashcards
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Quick Interpretation: _____ [Credit: British Journal of General Practice]
What is the investigation for locoregional staging of oesophageal cancer? _____
What diet increases the risk of colorectal cancer? _____
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?\n_____ (Bonus: What type?)
The NHS offers _____ screening for colorectal cancer every 2 years to patients aged 54-74 years
Tenesmus can be a symptom of _____-sided colorectal carcinoma
Colorectal carcinoma is most commonly because of a _____ mutation
Hint: sporadic/genetic
How much of the oesophageal lumen is blocked typically before oesophageal cancer becomes symptomatic? _____
_____ are swollen, inflamed vascular cushions in the anal canal
Colorectal cancer MAJOR risk factors are _____ & age
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