General Surgery — Flashcards

Indirect inguinal hernias occur in infants due to failure of the _____ to close

Ventral hernias typically consist of _____, epigastric & Spigelian hernias

_____ inguinal hernia = internal (deep) and superficial ring Direct inguinal hernia = superficial ring only

Hernias can be classified based on degree of presentation: _____ Irreducible (incarcerated) Obstructed Strangulated

A _____ hernia involves the ability to return the displaced organ or tissue to normal anatomical location

What are the examination findings for obstructed hernias? _____

_____ hernias are worse

Hint: obstructed/strangulated

Primary anal fissures are caused by _____ such as straining, hard stools, constipation, & anal sex

What are the examination findings for reducible hernias? _____

Hint: 2

What short-term management can be used for pain-relief in anal fissures? _____