General Surgery — Flashcards

Congenital _____ is a failure of umbilical ring to close after physiologic herniation of the intestines

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

What management is used to encourage healing in anal fissures? _____ Alteratives: Topical diltiazem/nifedipine (CCB - vasodilator)

Anal fissures classically present with _____ and blood on toilet paper or stool

_____ hernias cause bowel obstruction without vascular compromise

What is the lifestyle management for anal fissures? _____

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Meniere's attack duration: _____ BPPV attack duration: <1 minute

Direct inguinal hernias occur in adults due to weakness of the _____

Lifestyle modifications such as _____ and trigger avoidance may be used to reduce freqency and severity of Meniere's disease

Anal fissures are described as tears in the anal mucosa _____ the dentate line