General Surgery — Flashcards

Acoustic neuromas are most commonly unilateral; bilateral acoustic neuromas raise suspicion for _____

_____ are benign tumours arising from Schwann cells located in the cerebellopontine angle

An acoustic neuroma affecting cranial nerve _____ presents with unilateral sensorineural hearing loss, tinnitus, & balance disturbance

Acoustic neuromas are also known as _____

What is the gold-standard investigation for acoustic neuroma? _____

What is the likely diagnosis in a patient on post-op day 1 status-post CABG that presents with hypotension, tachycardia, and the findings below: Right atrium: 20 mmHg Right ventricle: 35/20 mmHg PCWP: 20 mmHg _____

Major risk factors for abdominal aortic aneurysm are _____ & hypertension often in males

AAA screening: If AAA ≥ _____cm then refer to regional vascular service within 2 weeks

Abdominal aorta ≥ _____cm is classified as an aneurysm

What are the indications for surgical managment of mitral regurgitation? _____

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