Orthopaedics & MSK — Flashcards

In compartment syndrome an x-ray is often done to rule out a(n) _____

In limb compartment syndrome, increased tissue pressure within a fascial compartment of a limb exceeds the perfusion pressure, leading to venous _____ and arteriolar collapse

If the delta pressure is _____ mm Hg in compartment syndrome, then a(n) fasciotomy is indicated

Acute compartment syndrome is much more common in _____ and tends to occur < 35

Hint: sex

Acute compartment syndrome is primarily a clinical diagnosis, but what is the gold standard investigation to confirm it? _____

Are cutaneous warts / veruccae painful?

A(n) _____ is a type of wart located on the sole of the foot

For acne vulgaris, topical _____ are used to prevent follicular clogging, ↓ P.acnes proliferation, & ↓ inflammation

Treatment with narrowband UVB phototherapy for psoriasis should ideally be given _____x/week

Patients with suspected acne fulminans should be _____

Hint: next step