Abdomen Flashcards
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Ascites
A
An abnormal accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity of the abdomen. It is usually caused by long-standing (chronic) conditions such as cirrhosis of the liver or by metastatic disease to the peritoneal cavity
2
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Pneumoperitoneum
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Free air or gas in the peritoneal cavity (Left later decubitus)
3
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Intussusception
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The telescoping of a section of bowel into another loop, which creates an obstruction. Most common in the ileum. (Mushroom appearance)
4
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Volvulus
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The twisting of a loop of intestine, which creates an obstruction (Bird Beak appearance)
5
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Ileus
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Caused by a lack of intestinal motility (Blockage) (Stair Step appearanc)
