Abdo pain differentials Flashcards
1
Q
Obstruction symptoms
A
Vomiting
Bloating
Constipation
2
Q
Acute abdomen
A
AAA
Perforation
Mesenteric ischemia
3
Q
RF for AAA
A
Over 60
Smoker
HTN
More likely to rupture in women than men
4
Q
Investigations and management guidelines for AAA
A
USS for diagnosis
CT angiography for surgery planning
Repair:
If >5.5cm- definitely repair immediately within 2ww
>4cm and asymptomatic - see within 12 weeks - potentially repair
symptomatic - elective repair
5
Q
Gold standard screening for AAA
A
CT angiography with contrast
6
Q
Types of AAA
A
Fusiform (round)
Saccular (outpouching)
7
Q
Two types of AAA surgery
A
Open surgery
Endovascular repair (EVAR)
8
Q
Critical limb ischemia - key features
A
Pain on rest
Gangrene
Ulceration
