Abdominal emergencies — Flashcards

What is tx for obvious appendicitis? _____

Appendicitis presenting with >_____ of symptoms should be managed with a temporizing nonoperative approach followed by interval appendectomy

What is tx of complete SBO? _____

Sudden onset abdominal pain and patient is motionless = _____

Hint: cause of pain

Why is percutaneous drainage not an appropriate treatment option for communicating hydroceles? _____

What is the surgical treatment for pancreatic cancer at the body and tail of the pancreas? _____

Treatment for vague symptoms that are worrisome for appendicitis? _____

When should patients with acute cholecystitis have a cholecystectomy? _____

What is the treatment for cecal volvulus? _____

What type of hernia is caused by a patent processus vaginalis? _____