Retained surgical items — Flashcards

Flashcard 1: Herniated contents may be at risk for _____, which is characterized by ischemia and necrosis

Answer: strangulation

Flashcard 2: Which complication of *Aspergillus fumigatus* infection typically requires surgical resection in addition to medical therapy?

Answer: Aspergilloma

Extra: Aspergillomas (fungus balls) develop in pre-existing lung cavities (e.g., from tuberculosis). Surgery is indicated for symptomatic patients, particularly those with massive hemoptysis, as systemic antifungals have poor penetration into the fungal ball.

Flashcard 3: Peritonsillar Abscess is managed with _____

Answer: Drainage and IV antibiotics

Extra:  https://onlinemeded.org/spa/pediatrics/upper-airway/acquire?ref=anki 

Flashcard 4: Herniated contents may be at risk for _____, which is the inability to reduce contents back into the abdomen/pelvis

Answer: incarceration

Flashcard 5: Which type of hernia is most likely to present with incarceration or strangulation?_____

Answer: Femoral hernia