Gastroenterology & Hepatology — Flashcards

Colorectal cancer red flag symptoms - Palpable _____ - Iron deficiency anaemia in men or non-menstruating women - Rectal bleeding & change in bowel habit for ≥ 6 weeks > 40 yrs - Rectal bleeding ≥ 6 weeks > 50 yrs

What type of oesophageal cancer is seen with a history of smoking and drinking? _____

If a patient does not meet the 2-week-wait criteria for colorectal carcinoma, then they can be investigated with _____

Oesophageal cancer most commonly presents with _____, odynophagia, & weight loss/malnutrition

The NHS offers _____ screening for colorectal cancer every 2 years to patients aged 54-74 years

The blood in haemorrhoids presents as _____ and is seen on toilet paper

Hint: colour

Colorectal cancer most commonly metastasises to the _____

What is the management of benign colorectal adenomas? _____

What is the investigation of choice for visualising and diagnosing internal haemorrhoids? _____ (and DRE)

If diverticulitis presents with guarding, rigidity, & rebound tenderness then it may be complicated diverticulitis with _____

Hint: complication