General Surgery — Flashcards

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

Hint: 3

Screening criteria for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA):\n_____

Abdominal aortic aneurysms are most commonly located in the _____ segment (80%)

Abdominal aorta ≥ _____cm is classified as an aneurysm

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

Venous ulcers are caused by _____

Pulses are _____ in arterial ulcers

Hint: Present/Absent

Oral _____ can be used to improve healing in venous ulcers

Arterial ulcers will have a _____ Buerger's test

What are the initial investigations for acute limb ischaemia (peripheral arterial disease)? _____