Block 2 Flashcards

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Theme: Colonic resections

A.End ileostomy

B.Loop ileostomy

C.Ileo anal pouch

D.Loop colostomy

E.Pan proctocelectomy

F.Extended right hemicolectomy

G.Right hemicolectomy

H.Anterior resection

I.Anterior resection with covering loop ileostomy

Please select the most appropriate procedure from the list, each option may be used once, more than once or not at all.

A 75 year old man requires resection of an obstructing carcinoma of the splenic flexure.

A patient presenting with a large bowel obstruction from a low rectal cancer.

A 45 year old man presents with a carcinoma 10cm from the anal verge, he has completed a long course of chemoradiotherapy and has achieved downstaging with no evidence of threatened circumferential margin on MRI scanning.

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Extended right hemicolectomy

Carcinoma of the splenic flexure requires extended right hemicolectomy. Or a left hemicolectomy. The ileocolic anastomosis has a lower leak rate, particularly when the bowel is obstructed.

Loop colostomy

This patient should be defunctioned, definitive surgery should wait until staging is completed. A loop ileostomy will not satisfactorily decompress an acutely obstructed colon. Low rectal cancers that are obstructed should not usually be primarily resected. The obstructed colon that would be used for anastomosis would carry a high risk of anastomotic dehisence. In addition, as this is an emergency presentation, staging may not be completed, an attempted resection may therefore compromise the circumferential resection margin, with an associated risk of local recurrence.

Anterior resection with covering loop ileostomy

Low rectal cancer is usually treated with a low anterior resection. Contraindications to this include involvement of the sphincters (unlikely here) and poor sphincter function that would lead to unsatisfactory function post resection. Most colorectal surgeons defunction resections below the peritoneal reflection as they have an intrinsically high risk of anastomotic leak. A loop ileostomy provides a safe an satisfactory method of defunctioning these patients. A contrast enema should be performed prior to stoma reversal.

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Next step after diagnosis of CRC?

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Completely staged using CT CAP

Entire colon should be evaluated with colonoscopy or CT colonography.

Patients whose tumours lie below the peritoneal reflection should have their mesorectum evaluated with MRI

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What should be done for CRC patients with tumours below the peritoneal reflection?

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Evaluation of mesorectum with MRI

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What is significant about the general approach to surgical management of CRC?

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Surgery is only curative option.

Lymphatic drainage of the colon follows the arterial supply, most resections are thus tailored around resection of particular lymphatic chains (e.g. ileo-colic pedicle for right sided tumours).

Following resection, a decision must be made about restoration of continuity.

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What are the key technical factors in the healing of bowel anastomoses?

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Adequate blood supply, mucosal apposition, no tissue tension.

Surrounding sepsis, unstable patients and inexperienced surgeons may compromise these key principles and in such circumstances it may be safer to contrsuct an end stoma rather than attempting anastomosis.

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Options for CRC presenting as an obstructing lesion

Exception

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Stent or resect.

In modern practice is is unusual to simply defunction a colonic tumour with a proximal loop stoma.

Exception is in the rectum

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Chemotherapy following resection of CRC

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5FU and oxaliplatin is common

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Approach to rectal cancer surgery

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Can be an anterior or APER resection.

Involvement of the sphincter complex or very low rectal tumours require APER.

In the rectum, a 2cm distal clearance margin is required and this may also impact on the procedure.

Meticulous dissection of mesorectal fat and LNs (TME) is also an integral part of the procedure.

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Why can the rectum be irradiated?

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It is an extraperitoneal structure- something that cannot be offered in colonic tumours

As a consequence patients may be offered neoadjuvent radiotherapy prior to resectional surgery

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T1 and T2/ N0 rectal tumours

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Do not require irradiation-> surgery

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T4 rectal tumours

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Long course chemo radiotherapy

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T3 N0 rectal tumour.

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Shourt course of radiotherapy prior to surgery

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Management of rectal cancer causing large bowel obstruction

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Will not undergo resectional surgery without staging as primary treatment (different from colonic cancer).

This is as rectal surgery is more technically demanding, the anastomotic leak rate is higher and the danger of a positive resection margin in an unstaged patient is high.

Patients with an obstructing rectal cancer should have a ?

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Patients with an obstructing rectal cancer should have a?

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Defunctioning loop colostomy

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Right colon cancer

Type of resection

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Right hemicolectomy

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Transverse CRC

Type of resection

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Extended right hemicolectomy

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Splenic flexure CRC

Type of resection

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Extended right hemicolectomy

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Left hemicolectomy

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Sigmoid CRC

Type of resection

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High anterior resection

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Upper rectum CRC

Type of resection

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Anterior resection (TME)

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Low rectum CRC

Type of resection

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Anterior resection (low TME)

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Anal verge CRC

Type of resection

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APE of colon and rectum

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Type of anastomosis

Right hemicolectomy

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Ileo-colic

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Type of anastomosis

Extended right hemicolectomy

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Ileo-colic

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Type of anastomosis

Left hemicoloectomy

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Colo-colon

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Type of anastomosis High anterior resection
Colo-rectal
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Type of anastomosis Anterior resection (TME)
Colo-rectal
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Type of anastomosis Anterior resection (low TME)
Colo-rectal (+/- defunctioning stoma)
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Type of anastomosis Anal verge
None
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Risk of anastomotic leak Ileo-colic
Low \<5%
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Risk of anastomotic leak Colo-colon
2-5%
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Risk of anastomotic leak Colo-rectal
5%
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Risk of anastomotic leak Colo-rectal (low anterior resection)
10%
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Perforation in CRC management
Risk of anastomosis is much greater, particularly when colon-colon anastomosis. End colostomy is often safer and can be resversed later. When resection of the sigmoid colon is performed and an end colostomy is fashioned= Hatmann's
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When resection of the sigmoid colon is performed and an end colostomy is fashioned=
Hartmann's
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Ileo-colic anastomosis in the emergency setting
Relatively safe and do not need to be defunctioned.
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Theme: Breast disease A.Tuberculosis B.Actinomycosis C.Duct ectasia D.Fibroadenoma E.Fat necrosis F.Intraductal papilloma G.Breast abscess H.Breast cancer A 32 year old woman presents with a tender breast lump. She has a 2 month old child. Clinically there is a tender, fluctuant mass of the breast. A 53 year old lady presents with a creamy nipple discharge. On examination she has discharge originating from multiple ducts and associated nipple inversion. A 52 year old lady presents with an episode of nipple discharge. It is usually clear in nature. On examination the discharge is seen to originate from a single duct and although it appears clear, when the discharge is tested with a labstix it is shown to contain blood. Imaging and examination shows no obvious mass lesion.
Breast abscess This lady is likely to be breast feeding and is at risk of mastitis. This may lead to an abscess if not treated. Staphylococcus aureus is usually the causative organism. Duct ectasia Duct ectasia is common during the period of breast involution that occurs during the menopausal period. As the ducts shorten they may contain insipiated material. The discharge will often discharge from several ducts. Intraductal papilloma Intraductal papilloma usually cause single duct discharge. The fluid is often clear, although it may be blood stained. If the fluid is tested with a labstix (little point in routine practice) then it will usually contain small amounts of blood. A microdocechtomy may be performed.
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Patients usually present with nipple discharge, which may be from single or multiple ducts (usually present age \>50 years) The discharge is often thick and green
Duct ectasia
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Present at younger age than duct ectasia May present with features of inflammation, abscess or mammary duct fistula Strongly associated with smoking Usually treated with antibiotics, abscess will require drainage
Periductal mastitis
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Breast lesion Usually presents with clear or blood stained discharge originating from a single duct No increase in risk of malignancy
Intraductal papilloma
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Lactational mastitis is common Infection is usually with Staphylococcus aureus On examination there is usually a tender fluctuant mass Treatment is with antibiotics and ultrasound guided aspiration Overlying skin necrosis is an indication for surgical debridement, which may be complicated by the development of a subsequent mammary duct fistula.
Breast abscess
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Affects women later in child bearing period Chronic breast or axillary sinus is present in up to 50% cases Diagnosis is by biopsy culture and histology
Breast TB
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Theme: Skin disease A.Squamous cell carcinoma B.Bowens disease C.Actinic keratosis D.Basal cell carcinoma E.Malignant melanoma F.Keratoacanthoma G.Apthous ulcer H.Pyogenic granuloma A 53 year old man presents with a nodule on his chin. He is concerned because it has grown extremely rapidly over the course of the preceding week. On examination he has a swollen, red, dome shaped lesion with a central defect that contains a keratinous type material. A 68 year old farmer presents with a skin lesion on his forehead. It has been present for the past 6 months and has grown slightly in size during that time. On examination he has an ulcerated lesion with pearly white raised edges that measures 2cm in diameter. A 34 year old gardener presents with a lesion affecting the dorsum of his right hand. It has been present for the past 10 days and occurred after he had been pruning rose bushes. On examination he has a raised ulcerated lesion which bleeds easily on contact.
Keratoacanthoma Keratoacanthomas are characterised by a rapid growth phase. This may mimic amelanotic melanoma (although such rapid growth is rare even in these lesions). The keratin core is the clue as to the true nature of the lesion. Basal cell carcinoma The raised pearly edges in an ulcerated lesion at a sun exposed site makes BCC most likely. Pyogenic granuloma Trauma is a common precipitant of pyogenic granuloma and contact bleeding and ulceration are common.
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Relative proportions of nonmelanoma skin malginancy?
80% BCC 20% SCC
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Pattern of UV light exposure in SCC
Chronic long term exposure
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Pattern of UV light exposure for BCCs
Sporadic exposures with episodes of burning
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Risk factors for SCC in transplant patients
Increased risk with increased duration of immunosuppression, ethnic origin, and associated sunlight exposure.
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Aetiological agent in majority of transplant associated SCCs?
HPV
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What is an issue in transplant patients following SCC treatment?
Locoregional recurrence
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What is the risk of SCC in a patient with 7 actinic keratoses?
10% at 10 years.
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Rough erythematous skin papule with a white to yellow scale. Lesions clustered at site of chronic sun exposure
Actinic keratosis
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Bowens disease=
SCC in situ
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Full thickness atypia of dermal keratinocytes over a broad zone. Nuclear pleomorphism, apoptosis and abnormal mitoses are seen.
SCC in situ
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Erythematous keratotic papule or nodule on a background of sun expsoure. Ulceration may occur and both exophytic and endophytic areas may be seen. Regional lymphadenopathy may be present
Invasive SCC
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Downward proliferation of malignant cells and invasion of the BM Poorly differentiated lesions may show perineural invasion and require immunohistochemistry with S100
Invasive SCC
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How to differentiate between invasive SCC and MM
Immunohistochemistry with S100 (melanomas stain strongly positive with this marker)
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What are the subtypes of BCC?
Nodular Superficial Morpheaform Cystic Basosquamous
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What is the commonest variant of BCC?
Nodular BCC
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Commonest variant (60%) Raised translucent papule Usually affect the face Large nodular BCC's are locally destructive
Nodular BCC
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BCC Usually appears as superficial erythematous macule affecting the trunk Younger age at presentation (mean 57) May show areas of spontaneous regression Horizontal growth pattern predominates High recurrence rate (due to sub clinical lateral spread)
Superficial BCC
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BCC Macroscopically resembles flat, slightly atrophic lesion or plaque without well defined borders Tumour has sub clinical lateral spread which increases recurrence rates
Morpheaform BCC
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BCC Often have clear or blue - grey appearance Cystic degeneration may not be clinically obvious and tumour may resemble nodular BCC
Cystic BCC
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Atypical BCC Basaloid histological BCC features with eosinophillic squamoid features of SCC Biologically more aggressive and are more locally destructive Rare lesion accounts for 1% of all non melanoma skin cancers Metastatic disease may occur in 9-10% of cases and resemble an SCC
Basosquamous carcinoma
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Dome shaped erythematous lesions that develop over a period of days and grow rapidly. They often contain a central pit of keratin. They then begin to necrose and slough off. They are generally benign lesions although some do view them as precursors of malignancy. They may be treated by curettage and cautery. If there is diagnostic doubt (they can mimic malignancy) then formal excision biopsy is warranted.
Keratoacanthoma
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These present as friable overgrowths of granulation at sites of minor trauma. They may be ulcerated and bleeding on contact is common. They may be treated with curretage and cautery, formal excision may be used if there is diagnostic doubt.
Pyogenic granuloma
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A 34 year old woman who has previously undergone a colectomy for familial adenomatous polyposis coli presents with a firm lesion at the inferior aspect of her rectus abdominis muscle. Which cell type is most typically associated with such tumours? Myocytes Proliferation of apocrine glands Chondrocytes Lipoblasts Myofibroblasts
Desmoid tumours would be the most likely differential here and consist of a clonal proliferation of myofibroblasts
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Features of desmoid tumours?
Fibrous neoplasms arising from musculoaponeurotic structures, typically contain a clonal proliferation of myofibroblasts Usually firm overgrowth with propensity to local infiltration
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What familial malignant condition is assoicated with desmoid tumours?
Desmoid tumours are seen in 15% of patients with FAP Usually show biallelic APC mutations
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What is the most common demographic for desmoid tumours?
Women after childbirth in the rectus abdominis muscle.
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Management of desmoid tumours?
Radical surgical resection. RTx and CTx may be considered in some patients. Observation may be an option in selected cases of abdominal desmoids as some may spontaneously regress. They have a high tendency to local recurrence
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A 23 year old is stabbed in the groin and develops hypovolaemic shock. What is the most likely finding on analysis of his urine? Decreased specific gravity Increased specific gravity Increased urinary glucose Increased urinary protein Increased red blood cells in the urine
Hypovolaemic shock is likely to compromise renal blood flow especially if blood pressure falls below the range at which the kidney is able to autoregulate its blood flow. The result of this will be an increase of the specific gravity as water retention occurs in an attempt to maintain circulating volume.
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What are the features of substances that can be used to measure GFR?
Inert Free filtration from the plasma at glomerulus (not protein bound) Not absorbed or secreted at thetubules Plasma concentration constant during urine collection
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Cerebral perfusion pressure=
MAP-intracranial pressure
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Mean arterial pressure=
Diastolic pressure + 1/3(systloic pressure-diastolic pressure)
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A healthy man has a blood pressure of 120/80 mmHg and an intra cranial pressure of 17 mmHg. What is the approximate cerebral perfusion pressure? 103 mmHg 63 mmHg 83 mmHg 91 mmHg 76 mmHg
Cerebral perfusion pressure= Mean arterial pressure - intra cranial pressure The mean arterial pressure can be calculated as: MAP= Diastolic pressure+ 0.333(Systolic pressure- Diastolic pressure) In this situation the MAP = 93. The ICP is subtracted from this value; 93 - 17 = 76
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Def: cerebral perfusion pressure
Net pressure gradient causing blood flow to the brain. Tightly regulated to maximise cerebral perfusion.
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A 67 year old man is undergoing a transurethral resection of a bladder tumour using diathermy. Suddenly during the procedure the patient's thigh begins to twitch. Stimulation of which of the following nerves is the most likely cause? Femoral Pudendal Sciatic Obturator Gluteal
The obturator nerve is most closely related to the bladder
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Theme: Spinal disorders A.Osteomyelitis B.Potts disease of the spine C.Scheuermanns disease D.Transverse myelitis E.Tabes dorsalis F.Subacute degeneration of the cord G.Brown-Sequard syndrome H.Syringomyelia I.Epidural haematoma Which is the most likely diagnosis for the scenario given. Each option may be used once, more than once or not at all. A 68 year old man presents to the plastics team with severe burns to his hands. He is not distressed by the burns. He has bilateral charcot joints. On examination; there is loss of pain and temperature sensation of the upper limbs. A 24 year old man presents with localised spinal pain over 2 months which is worsened on movement. He is known to be an IVDU. He has no history suggestive of tuberculosis. The pain is now excruciating at rest and not improving with analgesia. He has a temperature of 39 oC. A 22 year man is shot in the back, in the lumbar region. He has increased tone and hyper-reflexia of his right leg. He cannot feel his left leg.
Syringomyelia This patient has syringomyelia which selectively affects the spinotholamic tracts. Syringomyelia is a disorder in which a cystic cavity forms within the spinal cord. The commonest variant is the Arnold- Chiari malformation in which the cavity connects with a congenital malformation affecting the cerebellum. Acquired forms of the condition may occur as a result of previous meningitis, surgery or tumours. Many neurological manifestations have been reported, although the classical variety spares the dorsal columns and medial lemniscus and affecting only the spinothalamic tract with loss of pain and temperature sensation. The bilateral distribution of this patients symptoms would therefore favor syringomyelia over SCID or Brown Sequard syndrome. Osteomyelitis would tend to present with back pain and fever in addition to any neurological signs. Epidural haematoma large enough to produce neurological impairment will usually have motor symptoms in addition to any selective sensory loss, and the history is usually shorter. Osteomyelitis In an IVDU with back pain and pyrexia have a high suspicion for osteomylelitis. The most likely organism is staph aureus and the cervical spine is the most common region affected. TB tends to affect the thoracic spine and in other causes of osteomyelitis the lumbar spine is affected. Brown-Sequard syndrome Brown -Sequard syndrome is caused by hemisection of the spinal cord. It may result from stab injuries or lateral vertebral fractures. It results in ipsilateral paralysis (pyramidal tract) , and also loss of proprioception and fine discrimination (dorsal columns). Pain and temperature sensation are lost on the contra-lateral side. This is because the fibres of the spinothalamic tract have decussated below the level of the cord transection.
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Flaccid paralysis of the upper limbs
Central cord lesion
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Dorsal column signs (loss of proprioception and fine discrimination)
Infarction spinal cord
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C2 to C4
The C2 dermatome covers the occiput and the top part of the neck. C3 covers the lower part of the neck to the clavicle. C4 covers the area just below the clavicle.
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C5 to T1
Situated in the arms. C5 covers the lateral arm at and above the elbow. C6 covers the forearm and the radial (thumb) side of the hand. C7 is the middle finger, C8 is the medial aspect of the hand, and T1 covers the medial side of the forearm.
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T2 to T12
The thoracic covers the axillary and chest region. T3 to T12 covers the chest and back to the hip girdle. The nipples are situated in the middle of T4. T10 is situated at the umbilicus. T12 ends just above the hip girdle.
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L1 to L5
The cutaneous dermatome representing the hip girdle and groin area is innervated by L1 spinal cord. L2 and 3 cover the front part of the thighs. L4 and L5 cover medial and lateral aspects of the lower leg.
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S1 to S5
S1 covers the heel and the middle back of the leg. S2 covers the back of the thighs. S3 cover the medial side of the buttocks and S4-5 covers the perineal region. S5 is of course the lowest dermatome and represents the skin immediately at and adjacent to the anus.
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Myotomes C5
Elbow flexors/biceps
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Myotomes C6
Wrist extensors
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Myotomes Elbow extensors/triceps
C7
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Myotomes Long finger flexors
C8
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Myotomes Small finger abductors
T1
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Myotomes Hip flexors
L1 and L2
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Myotomes Knee extensors
L3
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Myotomes Ankle dorsiflexors
L4 and 5
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Myotomes Toe extensors
L5
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Myotomes Ankle plantar flexors
S1
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There is decreased secretion of which one of the following hormones in response to major surgery: Insulin Cortisol Renin Anti diuretic hormone Prolactin
Endocrine parameters reduced in stress response: Insulin Testosterone Oestrogen Insulin is often released in decreased quantities following surgery.
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What hormones are increased by the stress response?
GH Cortisol Renin ACTH Aldosterone Prolactin ADH Glucagon
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What hormones are decreased by the stress response
Insulin Testosterone Oestrogen
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What hormones show no change in stress response
TSH LH FSH
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How does perioperative increased prolactin occur?
Release of inhibitory control
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How is the reduced insulin release after surgery mediated?
Inhibition of beta cells in the pancreas by the alpha2-adrenergic inhibitor effects of catecholamines. Insulin resistance by target cells occurs later. The perioperative state is characterised by a state of functional insulin deficiency
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Metabolic effects of endocrine response to surgery: Carbohydrate metabolism
Hyperglycaemia is main feature- increased glucose production and reduced utilisation Catecholamines and cortisol promote glycogenolysis and gluconeogenesis. Initial failure of insulin secretion followed by insulin resistance affects the normal responses. Degree of hyperglycaemia is proportional to the severity of the surgery. Hyperglycaemia impairs wound healing and increases infection rates
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Metabolic effects of endocrine response to surgery: Protein metabolism
Initially there is inhibition of protein anabolism followed later by enhanced catabolism Mainly skeletal muscle protein is affected. Amino acids released from acute phase proteins and are used for gluconeogenesis. Nutritional support has little effect on preventing catabolism
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Metabolic effects of endocrine response to surgery: Lipid metabolism
Increased catecholamine, cortisol and glucagon secretion and insulin deficiency promotes lipolysis and ketone body production
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Metabolic effects of endocrine response to surgery: Salt and water metabolism
ADH causes water retention, concentrated urine and K loss Renin causes sodium and water retention
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What is the main cytokine associated with surgery?
Il-6 Peaks 12-24h post surgery and increase by the degree of tissue damage
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How can the hormonal response to surgery be modified?
Opioids suppress hypothalamic and pituitary hormone secretion. At high doses the response can be abolished, though this may prolong recovery and increase the need for post-operative ventilatory support. Spinal anaesthesia can reduce the glucose, ACTH, cortisol, GH and epinephrine changes. Cytokine release is reduced in less invasive surgery. Nutrition prevents the adverse effects of the stress response- enteral feeding enhances recovery. Growth hormone and anabolic steroids may improve outcome. Normothermia decreases the metabolic response
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A patient presents with superior vena caval obstruction. How many collateral circulations exist as alternative pathways of venous return? None One Two Three Four
There are 4 collateral venous systems: Azygos venous system Internal mammary venous pathway Long thoracic venous system with connections to the femoral and vertebral veins (2 pathways) Despite this, venous hypertension still occurs.
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What does the SVC drain?
Head and neck Upper limbs Thorax Part of abdominal walls
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Formation of the SVC
Subclavian and IJV unite to form the right and left brachiocephalic veins These unite to form the SVC Azygos vein joins the SVC before it enters the right atrium
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Anterior relations of the SVC
Anterior margins of the right lung and pleura
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Posteromedial relations of the SVC
Trachea and right vagus nerve
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Posterolateral relations of the SVC
Posterior aspects of right lung and pleura Pulmonary hilum is posterior
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Right lateral relations of the SVC
Right phrenic nerve and pleura
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Left lateral relations of the SVC
Brachiocephalic artery and ascending aorta
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What are some recognised developmental variations in the SVC
Persistent left sided SVC draining into the RA via an enlarged orifice of the coronary sinus. More rarely, left sided vena cava may connect directly with superior aspect of left atrium, usually associated with an un-roofing of the coronary sinus
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What is the commonest developmental lesion for the IVC?
Abdominal course interruption with drainage achieved via the azygos venous system May occur in patients with left sided atrial isomerism
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Left sided atrial isomerism
Heterotaxy syndrome or situs ambiguus (also commonly, but etymologically less correctly, spelled situs ambiguous) is a disturbance in the usual left and right distribution of the thoracic and abdominal organs which does not entirely correspond to the complete or partial mirror image. It occurs from an early embryological developmental disturbance with most cases being sporadic. It is also classified under the group of cardiosplenic syndromes.
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An 18 year old man is cutting some plants when a small piece of vegetable matter enters his eye. His eye becomes watery. Which of the following is responsible for relaying parasympathetic neuronal signals to the lacrimal apparatus? Pterygopalatine ganglion Otic ganglion Submandibular ganglion Ciliary ganglion None of the above
The parasympathetic fibres to the lacrimal apparatus transit via the pterygopalatine ganglion.
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Components of the lacrimal gland?
Orbital part and palpebral part that are continuous posterolaterally around the concave lateral edge of levator palpebrae superioris muscle. Ducts open into the superior fornix. Those from the orbital part penetrate the aponeurosis of LPS to join those from the palpebral part. Therefore excision of the palpebral part is functionally similar to excision of the entire gland
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Blood supply of the lacrimal gland
Lacrimal branch of the ophthalmic artery. Venous drainage via the superior ophthalmic vein
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Innervation of the lacrimal gland
Secretomotor PNS fibres from the pterygopalatine ganglion which may reach the gland via the zygomatic or lacrimal branches of the maixllary nerve or pass directly to the gland The preganglionic fibres travel to the ganglion in the greater petrosal nerve (branch of the facial nerve at the geniculate ganglion)
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Passage of the nasolacrimal duct
Descends from the lacrimal sac to open anteriorly in the inferior meatus of the nose
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Describe the lacrimation reflex
Conjunctival irritation Sends signals via the ophthalmic nerve Pass to the superior salivary centre. Efferent signals pass via the greater petrosal nerve and the deep petrosal nerve which carries the post-ganglionic sympathetic fibres. Parasympathetic fibes relay in the pterygopalatine ganglion. Sympathetic fibres do not synapse
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Which of the nerves listed below is directly responsible for the innervation of the lateral aspect of flexor digitorum profundus? Ulnar nerve Anterior interosseous nerve Radial nerve Median nerve Posterior interosseous nerve
The anterior interosseous nerve is a branch of the median nerve and is responsible for innervation of the lateral aspect of the flexor digitorum profundus.
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Origin of: FCR
Common flexor origin and surrounding fascia
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Origin of: PL
Common flexor origin
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Origin of: FCU
Small humeral head arises from the common flexor origin and adjacent fascia. Ulnar head comes from medial border of olecranon and posterior border of ulna
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Origin of: FDS
Long linear origin from common flexor tendon, adjacent fascia and septa and medial border off the coronoid process
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Origin of: FDP
Upper two thirds of the medial and anterior surface of the ulnar, medial side of the olecranon, medial half of the interosseuous membrane
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Insertion of: FCR
Front of bases of second and third metacarpals
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Insertion of: PL
Apex of palmar aponeurosis
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Insertion of: FCU
Pisiform and base of fifth metacarpal
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Insertion of: FDS
Via tendons in the fibrous flexor sheath. At the level of the metacarpophalangeal joint, each tendon splits into two. These bands pass distally to their insertions
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Insertion of: FDP
Via tendons that lie deep to those of flexor digitorum superficials to insert into the distal phalanx
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Nerve supply: FCR
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Nerve supply: Palmaris longus
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Nerve supply: FCU
Ulnar
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Nerve supply: FDS
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Nerve supply: FDP
Medial part= ulnar Lateral part= anterior interosseous nerve
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Action of: FCR
Flexes and abducts the carpus, part flexes the elbow and part pronates the forearm
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Action of: Palmaris longus
Wrist flexor
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Action of: FCU
Flexes and adducts the carpus
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Action of: FDS
Flexor of MCP and PIP joints
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Action of: FDP
Flexes the DIP and the wrist
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A 45 year old lady is undergoing a Whipples procedure for carcinoma of the pancreatic head. The bile duct is transected. Which of the following vessels is mainly responsible for the blood supply to the bile duct remnant? Cystic artery Hepatic artery Portal vein Left gastric artery None of the above
Do not confuse the blood supply of the bile duct with that of the cystic duct. The bile duct has an axial blood supply which is derived from the hepatic artery and from retroduodenal branches of the gastroduodenal artery. Unlike the liver there is no contribution by the portal vein to the blood supply of the bile duct. Damage to the hepatic artery during a difficult cholecystectomy is a recognised cause of bile duct strictures. In this scenario the distal vessels have been removed as the patient is undergoing a resection.
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Nerve supply of the gallbladder
Sympathetic: mid thoracic spinal cord PNS: anterior vagal trunk
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A 43 year old lady is undergoing a total thyroidectomy for an extremely large goitre. The surgeons decide that access may be improved by division of the infra hyoid strap muscles. At which of the following sites should they be divided? In their upper half In their lower half In the middle At their origin from the hyoid At the point of their insertion
Should the strap muscles require division during surgery they should be divided in their upper half. This is because their nerve supply from the ansa cervicalis enters in their lower half.
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Boundaries of the anterior triangle of the neck
Anterior border of sternocleidomastoid Lower border of mandible Anterior midline
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What are the subtriangles of the anterior triangle of the neck
Muscular triangle: neck strap muscles Carotid triangle: carotid sheath Submandibular triangle: digastric
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What divides the anterior triangle of the neck into its sub triangles?
Digastric above Omohyoid below
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Nerve supply to anterior of digastric muscle?
Mylohyoid which is a branch of the mandibular branch of the trigeminal
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Nerve supply to posterior digastric?
Facial nerve
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What are the six possible positions of the appendix?
Retrocaecal 74% Pelvic 21% Postileal Subcaecal Paracaecal Preileal
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A 34 year old man undergoes a sub total colectomy to treat fulminant ulcerative colitis. What type of stoma is most likely to be fashioned? End colostomy Loop colostomy End ileostomy Loop ileostomy End jejunostomy
A sub total colectomy involves the removal of the entire right, transverse, left and part of the sigmoid colon. The rectal stump is closed and an end ileostomy fashioned in the right iliac fossa.
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A 22 year old women has recently undergone a surgical excision of the submandibular gland. She presents to the follow up clinic with a complaint of tongue weakness on the ipsilateral side to her surgery. Which nerve has been damaged? Hypoglossal nerve Lingual nerve Inferior alveolar nerve Facial nerve Lesser petrosal nerve
Three cranial nerves may be injured during submandibular gland excision. Marginal mandibular branch of the facial nerve Lingual nerve Hypoglossal nerve Hypoglossal nerve damage may result in paralysis of the ipsilateral aspect of the tongue. The nerve itself lies deep to the capsule surrounding the gland and should not be injured during an intracapsular dissection. The lingual nerve is probably at greater risk of injury. However, the effects of lingual nerve injury are sensory rather than motor.
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What three cranial nerves may be injured during submandibular gland excision?
Marginal mandibular branch of the facial nerve Lingual nerve Hypoglossal nerve
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Superficial relations of the submandibular gland?
Platysma, deep fascia and mandible Submandibular lymph nodes Facial vein (facial artery near mandible) Marginal mandibular nerve Cervical branch of facial nerve
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Deep relations of the submandibular gland
Facial artery (inferior to mandible) Mylohyoid Submandibular duct Hyoglossus Lingual nerve Submandibular ganlgion Hypoglossal nerve
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What is the submandibular duct?
Wharton's duct, opens lateral to the lingual frenulum on the anterior floor of mouth
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Relation of the lingual nerve to Wharton's duct
Lingual nerve wraps around Wharton's duct. As the duct passes forwards it crosses medial to the nerve to lie above it and then crosses back, lateral to it, to reach a position just below the nerve
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Innervation of the submandibular gland
SNS: superior cervical ganglion PNS: submandibular ganlion via lingual nerve
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Arterial supply of the submandibular gland
Branch of the facial artery- passes through the gland to groove its deep surface. Emerges onto the face by passing between the gland and the mandible
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Venous drainage of the submandibular gland
Anterior facial vein (lies deep to the marginal mandibular nerve)
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Lymphatic drainage of the submandibular gland
Deep cervical and jugular chains of nodes
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Where can the femoral artery be accessed to gain the sample? Mid point of the inguinal ligament Mid inguinal point 2cm inferomedially to the pubic tubercle 2cm superomedially to the pubic tubercle 3cm inferolaterally to the deep inguinal ring
The mid inguinal point is midway between the anterior superior iliac spine and the symphysis pubis The mid inguinal point in the surface marking for the femoral artery.
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Superior border of the femoral triangle
Inguinal ligament
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Lateral border of the femoral triangle
Sartorius
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Medial border of the femoral triangle
Adductor longus
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Floor of the femoral triangle
Iliopsoas, adductor longus and pectineus
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Roof of the femoral triangle
Fascia lata and superficial fascia Superficial inguinal LNs Long saphenous veins
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Contents of the femoral triangle medial to lateral
Vein Artery Femoral nerve Lateral cutaneous nerve Great saphenous vein Femoral branch of the genitofemoral nerve
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Theme: Appendicitis A.Colonoscopy B.MRI Abdomen C.Appendicectomy D.Abdominal CT scan E.Barium enema F.Exploratory laparotomy G.Conservative management with intravenous antibiotics H.Re-assure and discharge I.Abdominal ultrasound scan A 24 year old man presents with a 10 day history of right sided abdominal pain. Prior to this he was well. On examination he has a low grade fever and a mass palpable in the right iliac fossa. The rest of his abdomen is soft. An abdominal USS demonstrates matted bowel loops surrounding a thickened appendix. A 22 year old man presents with a 48 hour history of right iliac fossa pain. On examination he has a low grade pyrexia and is tender with voluntary guarding in the right iliac fossa. His blood tests reveal a WCC of 13 and a CRP of 6. A urine dipstick is positive for leucocytes. A 63 year old man presents with a 48 hour history of right iliac fossa pain. On examination he has a low grade pyrexia and is tender with some voluntary guarding in the right iliac fossa. Some of his blood tests are reproduced below: Hb8.1 WCC13.8 Platelets438 Albumin22 CRP24
Conservative management with intravenous antibiotics This man is likely to have an appendix mass. There is no history suggestive of inflammatory bowel disease. These are usually managed without surgery, especially in the absence of peritoneal signs. Broad spectrum antibiotics are required. In the past an interval appendicectomy was performed. This is rare now and in most cases the process resolves with fibrosis of the appendix. Appendicectomy This is a typical history for acute appendicitis and in a young male, few differentials would be compatible with this history and signs. Whilst inflammatory markers may be raised this is by no means universal. Further imaging will delay treatment and is unlikely to alter the eventual surgical outcome. Abdominal CT scan This man's investigations point to a more longstanding disease process (Hb and albumin), right sided colonic cancer being the most likely. For this reason a CT scan is a sensible option as it will adjust the surgical planning.
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DRE in appendicitis
Digital rectal examination may reveal boggy sensation if pelvic abscess is present, or even tenderness with a pelvic appendix.
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Urinalysis in appendicitis?
Mild leucocytosis but no nitrites
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Theme: Parotid gland disease A.Pleomorphic adenoma B.Adenoid cystic carcinoma C.Sarcoid D.Sjogrens syndrome E.Sialolithiasis F.Wharthins tumour Please select the most likely explanation for the following patients with parotid gland symptoms. Each option may be used once, more than once or not at all. A 50 year old female presents with bilateral parotid gland swelling and symptoms of a dry mouth. On examination she has bilateral facial nerve palsies. This improved following steroid treatment. A 50 year old women presents with a diffuse swelling in the region of her right parotid together with facial pain. On examination she has a right sided facial nerve palsy. A 50 year old lady presents with symptoms of a dry mouth that has been present for the past few months. She also has a sensation of grittiness in her eyes. On examination she has a diffuse swelling of her parotid gland. There is no evidence of facial nerve palsy.
Sarcoid Sarcoid occurs bilaterally in 70% of cases and facial nerve involvement is recognised. Treatment is conservative in most cases although individuals with facial nerve palsy will usually receive steroids with good effect. Adenoid cystic carcinoma Adenoid cystic carcinoma commonly infiltrates the facial nerve and may cause neuropathy and facial pain. Sjogrens syndrome Most patients with Sjogrens present in the post menopausal years. Multi system involvement is common.
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Benign neoplasms of the salivary gland proportions
80% of salivary gland tumours occur in parotid and up to 80% of these are benign.
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Epidemiology of parotid gland neoplasms
With the exception of Warthin tumours, they are commoner in women than men. Median age of developing a lesion is 5th decade of life
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Most common parotid neoplasm (80%) Proliferation of epithelial and myoepithelial cells of the ducts and an increase in stromal components Slow growing, lobular, and not well encapsulated Recurrence rate of 1-5% with appropriate excision (parotidectomy) Recurrence possibly secondary to capsular disruption during surgery Malignant degeneration occurring in 2-10% of adenomas observed for long periods, with carcinoma ex-pleomorphic adenoma occurring most frequently as adenocarcinoma
Benign pleomorphic adenoma or benign mixed tumor
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What proportion of benign pleomorphic adenomas undergo malignant degeneration?
2-10%
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Second most common benign parotid tumor (5%) Most common bilateral benign neoplasm of the parotid Marked male as compared to female predominance Occurs later in life (sixth and seventh decades) Presents as a lymphocytic infiltrate and cystic epithelial proliferation May represent heterotopic salivary gland epithelial tissue trapped within intraparotid lymph nodes Incidence of bilaterality and multicentricity of 10% Malignant transformation rare (almost unheard of)
Warthin tumor (papillary cystadenoma lymphoma or adenolymphoma)
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What is the most common bilateral parotid tumour?
Warthin tumour
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Account for less than 5% of parotid tumours Slow growing Consist of only one morphological cell type (hence term mono) Include; basal cell adenoma, canalicular adenoma, oncocytoma, myoepitheliomas
Monomorphic adenoma
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Should be considered in the differential of a parotid mass in a child Accounts for 90% of parotid tumours in children less than 1 year of age Hypervascular on imaging Spontaneous regression may occur and malignant transformation is almost unheard of
Haemangioma
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30% of all parotid malignancies Usually low potential for local invasiveness and metastasis (depends mainly on grade)
Mucoepidermoid carcinoma
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Parotid malignancy Unpredictable growth pattern Tendency for perineural spread Nerve growth may display skip lesions resulting in incomplete excision Distant metastasis more common (visceral rather than nodal spread) 5 year survival 35%
Adenoid cystic carcinoma
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What malignant salivary gland tumours has a tendency to perineural spread?
Adenoid cystic carcinoma
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Parotid malignancy Often occuring in previously benign parotid lesion
Mixed tumours
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Parotid malignancy Intermediate grade malignancy May show perineural invasion Low potential for distant metastasis 5 year survival 80%
Acinic cell carcinoma
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Develops from secretory portion of gland Risk of regional nodal and distant metastasis 5 year survival depends upon stage at presentation, may be up to 75% with small lesions with no nodal involvement
Parotid adenocarcinoma
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Large rubbery lesion, may occur in association with Warthins tumours Diagnosis should be based on regional nodal biopsy rather than parotid resection Treatment is with chemotherapy (and radiotherapy)
Parotid lymphoma
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Diangostic evaluation of parotid masses
Plain XR to exclude calculi Sialography to delineate ductal anatomy FNAC in most cases Superficial parotidectomy may be diagnostic or therapeutic. Where malignancy is suspected, the primary approach should be definitive resection rather than excisional biopsy
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Treatment of parotid tumours
For nearly all lesions this consists of surgical resection, for benign disease this will usually consist of a superficial parotidectomy. For malignant disease a radical or extended radical parotidectomy is performed. The facial nerve is included in the resection if involved. The need for neck dissection is determined by the potential for nodal involvement.
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Parotid manifestations of HIV infection
Lymphoepithelial cysts associated with HIV occur almost exclusively in the parotid Typically presents as bilateral, multicystic, symmetrical swelling Risk of malignant transformation is low and management usually conservative
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Autoimmune disorder characterised by parotid enlargement, xerostomia and keratoconjunctivitis sicca 90% of cases occur in females Second most common connective tissue disorder Bilateral, non tender enlargement of the gland is usual Histologically, the usual findings are of a lymphocytic infiltrate in acinar units and epimyoepithelial islands surrounded by lymphoid stroma Treatment is supportive There is an increased risk of subsequent lymphoma
Sjogren syndrome
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Parotid involvement in sarcoidosis
Occurs in 6% of patients with sarcoid
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A 28 year old man undergoes an ileocaecal resection to treat terminal ileal Crohns disease. Post operatively he attends the clinic and complains of diarrhoea. His CRP is within normal limits and small bowel enteroclysis shows no focal changes. Which of the following interventions is most likely to be beneficial? 5 ASA drugs Azathioprine Pulsed methylprednisolone Infliximab Oral cholestyramine
Malabsorption of bile salts is a common cause of diarrhoea following ileal resection. A normal small bowel study and CRP effectively excludes active Crohns disease and therefore immunomodulator drugs are not appropriate.
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Physiogical function of the ileum
Absorption of B12 and bile salts Neuroendocrine cells in the ileal wall may secrete hormones
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What are the risks following significant ileal resection
Bile salt malbsorption-\> bile salt diarrhoea and increased risk of gallstones. Lack of B12 may predispose to macrocytic anaemia
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A 2 day old baby is noted to have voiding difficulties and on closer inspection is noted to have hypospadias. Which of the following abnormalities is most commonly associated with the condition? Cryptorchidism Diaphragmatic hernia Ventricular - septal defect Bronchogenic cyst Atrial septal defect
Hypospadias most commonly occurs as an isolated disorder. Associated urological abnormalities may be seen in up to 40% of infants, of these cryptorchidism is the most frequent (10%).
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A 62 year old man has previously undergone a left hemicolectomy for carcinoma of the descending colon. On follow up imaging he is found to have two deposits of metastatic disease located in the right lobe of his liver. What is the best treatment strategy? Chemotherapy alone Chemotherapy followed by surgical resection Radiofrequency ablation Chemoradiotherapy Palliation
Liver metastasis from colorectal cancer are still potentially curable. Without resection, survival at 5 years is around 5%. With resection, this figure rises to around 20%. The best outcomes are seen where chemotherapy is given, followed by resection. Radiofrequency ablation is an option for those patients who lack the physiological reserve for surgery. However, there is longer term recurrence rates will all the non resectional strategies. There is no role for radiotherapy.
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Theme: Testicular disorders A.Antibiotics B.Aspiration C.Testicular exploration after 6 hours D.Testicular exploration within 6 hours E.Orchidectomy via inguinal approach F.Orchidectomy via scrotal approach G.No treatment needed H.Ligation of patent processus vaginalis via inguinal approach I.Jaboulay procedure via scrotal approach For each scenario please select the most appropriate management. Each option may be used once, more than once or not at all. 7.A parent brings her 4 year old child to the surgical clinic. She has noticed an intermittent swelling in the right scrotum that is worse in the evening. On examination he has a soft fluctuant swelling in the right scrotum that cannot be separated from the testis. It transilluminates when a pen torch is held against it. A 20 year old complains of severe pain in the right scrotal area after jumping onto his moped. He has noticed discomfort intermittently in this area over the past few months. Clinically the testis is tender. A 44 year old man is referred to the clinic because of an swelling and discomfort in the right scrotum. This is present most of the time and he is otherwise well with no urinary symptoms. On examination he has a soft, fluctuant swelling in the right scrotum that transilluminates easily. An ultrasound is performed that confirms that the underlying testicle is structurally normal.
Ligation of patent processus vaginalis via inguinal approach In children, a hydrocele is most commonly due to a persistent processus vaginalis. The swelling is intermittent and in most cases that are diagnosed in infancy the hydrocele resolves. Cases that persist beyond two years of age are best managed surgically and the surgical approach is usually made via the inguinal canal where the patent processus is identified and ligated. Testicular exploration within 6 hours Testicular torsion: Severe pain which can be spontaneous or precipitated by minor trauma. The patient may have noticed pain previously. Surgical intervention is needed as soon as possible to prevent the risk of loss of the testis. The correct answer is Jaboulay procedure via scrotal approach Adult hydroceles are less commonly due to the persistence of embryonic remnants and therefore can be managed via a scrotal approach. Both the Lords and Jaboulay procedures are reasonable options.
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If inguinoscrotal swelling; cannot "get above it" on examination Cough impulse may be present May be reducible
Inguinal hernia
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Often discrete testicular nodule (may have associated hydrocele) Symptoms of metastatic disease may be present USS scrotum and serum AFP and β HCG required
Testicular tumours
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Often history of dysuria and urethral discharge Swelling may be tender and eased by elevating testis Most cases due to Chlamydia Infections with other gram negative organisms may be associated with underlying structural abnormality
Acute epididymo-orchitis
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Single or multiple cysts May contain clear or opalescent fluid (spermatoceles) Usually occur over 40 years of age Painless Lie above and behind testis It is usually possible to "get above the lump"
Epididymal cysts
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Non painful, soft fluctuant swelling Often possible to "get above it" on examination Usually contain clear fluid Will often transilluminate May be presenting feature of testicular cancer in young men
Hydrocele
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Severe, sudden onset testicular pain Risk factors include abnormal testicular lie Typically affects adolescents and young males On examination testis is tender and pain not eased by elevation Urgent surgery is indicated, the contra lateral testis should also be fixed
Testicular torsion
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Varicosities of the pampiniform plexus Typically occur on left (because testicular vein drains into renal vein) May be presenting feature of renal cell carcinoma Affected testis may be smaller and bilateral varicoceles may affect fertility
Varicocele
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Differential management of hydroceles in adults vs children
Hydroceles are managed differently in children where the underlying pathology is a patent processus vaginalis and therefore an inguinal approach is used in children so that the processus can be ligated. In adults a scrotal approach is preferred and the hydrocele sac excised or plicated.
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A 67 year old man undergoes a carotid endarterectomy and seems to recover well following surgery. When he is reviewed on the ward post operatively he complains that his voice is hoarse. What is the most likely cause? Damage to the accessory nerve Damage to the cervical plexus Damage to the glossopharyngeal nerve Damage to the hypoglossal nerve Damage to the vagus
Many of these nerves are at risk of injury during carotid surgery. However, only damage to the vagus would account for a hoarse voice.
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Functions of the vagus nerve
Mixed: supplies structures from fourth and sixth pharyngeal arches, also the fore and midgut sections of the embryonic gut tube. Carries afferent fibres from these areas Efferent fibres are of two main types: first are preganglionic parasympathetic fibres distributed to the parasympathetic ganglia that innervate smooth muscle of the innervated organ. Second have direct skeletal muscle innervation and are largely to the muscles of the larynx and pharynx
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Superior ganlgion of the vagus nerve
Located in jugular foramen Communicates with the superior cervical sympathetic ganglion, accesory nerve. Two branches: meningeal and auricular (the latter may give rise to vagal stimulation following instrumentation of the external auditory meatus)
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Inferior ganglion of the vagus nerve
Communicates with superior cervical sympathetic chain, hypoglossal nerve and loop between first and second cervical ventral rami. Two branches: pharyngeal (supplies pharyngeal muscles) and superior laryngeal nerve
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What are the branches of the vagus in the neck
Superior and inferior cervical cardiac branches Right recurrent laryngeal nerve
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Superior and inferior cervical cardiac branches
Arise at various points and descend into thorax. On the right these pass posterior to the subclavian On the left, the superior branch passes between the arch of the aorta and the trachea to connect with the deep cardiac plexus. Inferior branch descends with the vagus itself
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Right recurrent laryngeal nerve
Arises from vagus anterior to the first part of the subclavian artery, hooks under it and ascends superomedially. Passes close to the common carotid and finally the inferior thyroid to insert into the larynx
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Branches of the vagus in the thorax?
Left RLN Thoracic and cardiac branches
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Left RLN
Arises from vagus on the aortic arch, hooks around the inferior surface posterior to the ligamentum arteriosum and passes through the superior mediastinum and lower part of the neck. Lies in the groove between the oesophagus and the trachea and passses with inferior thyroid artery to insert into larynx
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Thoracic and cardiac vagus nerve branches
Extensive branches to the heart and lung roots. Pass through both of these viscera before reuniting prior to passing into the abdomen
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A 25 year old man has an inguinal hernia, which of the following structures must be divided (at open surgery) to gain access to the inguinal canal? Transversalis fascia External oblique aponeurosis Conjoint tendon Rectus abdominis Inferior epigastric artery
This question is asking what structure forms the anterior wall of the inguinal canal. The anterior wall is formed by the external oblique aponeurosis. Once this is divided the canal is entered, the cord can be mobilised and a hernia repair performed. The transversalis fascia and conjoint tendons form the posterior wall and would not routinely be divided to gain access to the inguinal canal itself.
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Which muscle initiates abduction of the shoulder? Infraspinatus Latissimus dorsi Supraspinatus Deltoid Teres major
The intermediate portion of the deltoid muscle is the chief abductor of the humerus. However, it can only do this after the movement has been initiated by supraspinatus. Damage to the tendon of supraspinatus is a common form of rotator cuff disease.
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In matching donated kidneys to the most appropriate recipient, apart from ABO matching, which of the following is most important? HLA DR Rhesus HLA A HLA B Duffy antigen
HLA DR
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What are the relative importance of the HLA antigens when matching for a renal transplant?
DR \> B \> A
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Post-op problems with renal transplant
ATN of graft Vascular thrombosis Urine leakage UTI
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Due to antibodies against donor HLA type 1 antigens Rarely seen due to HLA matching
Hyperacute rejection
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Usually due to mismatched HLA Other causes include cytomegalovirus infection Management: give steroids, if resistant use monoclonal antibodies
Acute graft failure (\< 6 months)
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Causes of chronic graft failure (\>6m)
Chronic allograft nephropathy Ureteric obstruction Recurrence of original renal disease (MCGN \> IgA \> FSGS)
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A 34 year old man is shot in the postero- inferior aspect of his thigh. Which of the following lies at the most lateral aspect of the popliteal fossa? Popliteal artery Popliteal vein Common peroneal nerve Tibial nerve Small saphenous vein
The contents of the popliteal fossa are (from medial to lateral): Popliteal artery Popliteal vein Tibial nerve Common peroneal nerve The sural nerve is a branch of the tibial nerve and usually arises at the inferior aspect of the popliteal fossa. However, its anatomy is variable.
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Contents of the popliteal fossa from medial to lateral
Artery, vein, tibial nerve, common peroneal nerve
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Lateral boundary of popliteal fossa
Biceps femoris above Lateral head of gastrocnemius and plantaris below
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Medial boundary of popliteal fossa
Semimembranosus, semitendonosus above Medial head of gastrocnemius below
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Floor of popliteal fossa
Popliteal surface of the femur, posterior ligament of knee joint and popliteus muscle
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Roof of popliteal fossa
Superficial and deep fascia
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Contents of the popliteal fossa
Popliteal artery and vein Small saphenous vein Common peroneal nerve Tibial nerve Posterior cutaneous nerve of the thigh Genicular branch of the obturator nerve Lymph nodes
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A 67 year old man has an abdominal aortic aneurysm which displaces the left renal vein. Which branch of the aorta is most likely to affected at this level? Inferior mesenteric artery Superior mesenteric artery Coeliac axis Testicular artery None of the above
The left renal vein lies behind of the SMA as it branches off the aorta. Whilst juxtarenal AAA may sometimes require the division of the left renal vein, direct involvement of the SMA may require a hybrid surgical bypass and subsequent endovascular occlusion.
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Inferior phrenic arteries Level, Paired? Type
T12 (upper border) Paired Parietal
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Coeliac Level? Paired? Type?
T12 No Visceral
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SMA Level? Paired? Type?
L1 No Visceral
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Middle suprarenal Level? Paired? Type?
L1 Yes Visceral
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Renal artery Level? Paired? Type?
L1-L2 Paired Visceral
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Gonadal arteries Level? Paired? Type?
L2 Paired Visceral
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Lumbar arteries Level? Paired? Type?
L1-L4 Paired Parietal
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IMA Level? Paired? Type?
L3 Unpaired Visceral
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Median sacral artery Level? Paired? Type?
L4 Unpaired Parietal
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Common iliac artery Level? Paired? Type?
L4 Paired Terminal
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Which of the following statements related to the coagulation cascade is true? The intrinsic pathway is the main pathway in coagulation Heparin inhibits the activation of Factor 8 The activation of factor 8 is the point when the intrinsic and the extrinsic pathways meet Tissue factor released by damaged tissue initiates the extrinsic pathway Thrombin converts plasminogen to plasmin
The extrinsic pathway is the main path of coagulation. Heparin inhibits the activation of factors 2,9,10,11. The activation of factor 10 is when both pathways meet. Thrombin converts fibrinogen to fibrin. During fibrinolysis plasminogen is converted to plasmin to break down fibrin
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Features of the intrinsic coagulation cascade?
Components already present in blood Minor role in clotting Subendothelial damage e.g. collagen. Formation of primary complex on collagen by high-moelcular-weight kininogen (HMWK), prekallikrein and factor 12 Prekallikrein is converted to kallikrein and factor 12 becomes activated. Factor 12 activates factor 11 Factor 11 activates factor 9, which with its co-factor 8a forms the tensae complex-\> factor 10
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Features of the extrinsic pathway?
Needs tissue factor released by damaged tissue Factor 7 binds to tissue factor This complex activates factor 9 Factor 9 works with factor 8 to activate factor 10
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Common pathway
Activated factor 10 causes the conversion of prothrombin to thrombin Thrombin hydrolyses fibrinogen to form fibrin and also activates factor 8
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Factors in intrinsic pathway
Factors 8,9,11,12
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Factors involved in extrinsic pathway
TF, 7, 9, 8 -\> 10
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Factors involved in common pathway
2, 5, 10
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Vitamin K dependent factors
2, 7, 9, 10
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Increased APTT what pathway?
Intrinsic
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Extrinsic pathway
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A 53 year old man presents with a mass lesion slightly inferior to the tragus of his right ear. An FNA and USS are performed and a 2cm pleomorphic adenoma is diagnosed. What is the most appropriate course of action? USS guided core biopsy Radical parotidectomy Superficial parotidectomy Discharge MRI scanning of the region
Pleomorphic adenoma of the parotid= surgical excision Pleomorphic adenomas a usually benign tumours. However, they will enlarge over time and a proportion can undergo malignant transformation. Therefore, all pleomorphic adenomas are excised and a superficial parotidectomy is generally the procedure of choice. The facial nerve is preserved. More recently, there has been a move towards partial superficial parotidectomy. However, complete resection of the lesion is still madatory.
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Which of the following is not directly affected by warfarin? Protein C Factor II Factor VII Factor IX Factor VIII
Warfarin affects synthesis of factors II, VII, IX, X and protein C.
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Action of Warfarin
Warfarin is an oral anticoagulant which inhibits the reduction of vitamin K to its active hydroquinone form, which in turn acts as a cofactor in the formation of clotting factor II, VII, IX and X (mnemonic = 1972) and protein C
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Mechanism of warfarin causing skin necrosis
Skin necrosis: when warfarin is first started biosynthesis of protein C is reduced. This results in a temporary procoagulant state after initially starting warfarin, normally avoided by concurrent heparin administration. Thrombosis may occur in venules leading to skin necrosis.
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A 12 year old boy undergoes surgery for recurrent mastoid infections. Post operatively he complains of an altered taste sensation. Which of the following nerves has been injured? Glossopharyngeal Greater petrosal Olfactory Trigeminal Chorda tympani
The chorda tympani branch of the facial nerve passes forwards through itrs canaliculus into the middle ear, and crosses the medial aspect of the tympanic membrane. It then passes antero-inferiorly in the infratemporal fossa. It distributes taste fibres to the anterior two thirds of the tongue.
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Supply of the facial nerve Face, ear, taste, tear
Face: muscles of facial expression Ear: nerve to stapedius Taste: anterior 2/3rds of tongue Tear: parasympathetic fibres to lacrimal glands also salivary glands
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Subarachnoid path of the facial nerve
Motor: pons, sensory: nervus intermedius Pass through petrous temporal bone to the internal auditory meatus with the vestibulocochlear nerve-\> facial nerve
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Facial canal path of facial nerve
Superior to the vestibule of the innerear At the medial aspect of the middle ear it becomes wider and contains the geniculate ganglion: 3 branches greater petrosal nerve (at level of the geniculate ganlgion) nerve to stapedius chorda tympani
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3 branches of the facial nerve at the geniculate ganglion
Greater petrosal Nerve to stapedius Chorda tympani
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Passage of the facial nerve through stylomastoid foramen
Passes through foramen (tympanic cavity anterior, mastoid antrum posteriorly) Posterior auricular nerve and branch to posterior belly of digastric and stylohyoid muscle
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A 45 year old man undergoes an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy for a benign oesophageal stricture. This is dilated and he suffers an iatrogenic perforation at the site. His imaging shows a small contained leak and a small amount of surgical emphysema. What is the most appropriate nutritional option? Nil by mouth and intravenous fluids alone Intravenous fluids and sips orally Total parenteral nutrition Nasogastric feeding PEG tube feeding
Iatrogenic perforations of the oesophagus may be managed non operatively. This usually involves a nil by mouth regime, tube thoracostomy may be needed. Total parenteral nutrition is the safest option. Insertion of NG feeding tubes and PEG tubes may complicate the process or allow feed to enter the perforation site.
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Theme: Management of pancreatic malignancy A.Gastrojejunostomy B.Pancreatoduodenectomy C.MRI guided pancreatic stent D.Endoscopic pancreatic stent E.Duodenoduodenostomy F.Pancreatic radiotherapy Please select the most appropriate treatment for these patients with pancreatic cancer. Each option may be used once, more than once or not at all. A 40 year old lady presents with new onset dyspepsia. She is diagnosed as having a localised cacinoma of the pancreatic head. A 67 year old lady presents with jaundice and abdominal pain. Her investigations show a dilated common bile duct, a carcinoma of the pancreatic head compressing the pancreatic duct. Her liver contains bi-lobar metastasis. A 67 year old lady presents with symptoms of persistent vomiting. Her investigations show gastric outlet obstruction from a carcinoma of the pancreatic head. Her liver contains bi-lobar metastases.
Pancreatoduodenectomy Localised carcinoma of the pancreas is treated with a pancreatoduodenectomy, the eponymous name for this is a Whipples procedure. Newer variants of the procedure include pylorus preservation. Adjuvent chemotherapy is often used. Endoscopic pancreatic stent Jaundice associated with pancreatic cancer is best managed with a stent. These are usually inserted at the time of ERCP. Consideration here should be given to the use of a metallic stent (which is contra indicated where resection is contemplated). Gastrojejunostomy Gastric outlet obstruction from pancreatic cancer is best managed with a surgical bypass procedure or a duodenal stent (if the disease is not resectable or curable).
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Pain due to pancreatic malignancy
Usually due to invasion of the coeliac plexus- late feature
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Origin of the brachial plexus
C5 to T1
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Sections of the brachial plexus Remember to drink cold beer
Roots, trunks, divisions, cords, branches
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Where can the roots of the brachial plexus be found?
Posterior triangle of the neck Pass between scalenus anterior and medius
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Where can the trunks of the brachial plexus be found?
Posterior to the middle third of the clavicle Upper and middle trunks related superiorly to the subclavian artery Lower trunk passes over 1st rib posterior to the subclavian artery
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Divisions of the brachial plexus
Apex of the axilla
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Cords of the brachial plexus
Related to axillary artery
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Theme: Management of jaundice A.ERCP B.MRCP C.Percutaneous transhepatic cholangiogram D.Laparotomy E.Laparotomy and formation of hepatico-jejunostomy F.Laparoscopic biliary bypass G.CT scan A 65 year old man is admitted with jaundice and investigations demonstrate a carcinoma of the pancreatic head. An ERCP is attempted but the surgeon is unable to cannulate the ampulla. A 48 year old lady is admitted with attacks of biliary colic and investigations show gallstones. A laparoscopic cholecystectomy is performed. The operation is technically challenging due to a large stone impacted in Hartmans pouch. Following the operation she fails to settle and becomes jaundiced and has bile draining into a drain placed at the surgical site. A 34 year old lady is admitted with jaundice and undergoes an ERCP. The procedure is technically difficult and she is returned to the ward still jaundiced. Unfortunately she now has severe generalised abdominal pain.
Percutaneous transhepatic cholangiogram Cancer of the pancreatic head will cause obstructive jaundice and intrahepatic duct dilatation. When an ERCP has failed the most appropriate option is to attempt a PTC. This procedure is always preceded by an ultrasound (which presumably this patient has already had or they would not be undergoing an ERCP). Prior to performing the PTC it is important to stage the disease and establish resectability or not. This is because the PTC drains frequently dislodge and fall out. It is usually desirable to pass a stent at the time of doing the PTC to mitigate the effects of this problem. ERCP In this scenario it must be assumed that the bile duct has been damaged. In most cases an ERCP is the most appropriate investigation. This can also allow the passage of a stent if this is deemed to be safe and sensible. CT scan There are two main differential diagnoses here. One is pancreatitis, repeated trauma to the ampulla and duct (if partially cannulated) is a major risk factor for pancreatitis. The second is the possibility that the duodenum has been perforated. ERCP is performed using a side viewing endoscope, the manipulation of which can be technically challenging for the inexperienced operator in a patient with abnormal anatomy. A CT scan is the best investigation to distinguish between these two differential diagnoses.
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Normal or high bilirubin Normal ALT/AST Normal ALP
Pre-hepatic jaundice
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High bilirubin Elevated ALT/AST ALP elevated but seldom to high levels
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High bilirubin Moderate AST/ALT elevation Very high ALP
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What is the anatomical level of the transpyloric plane? T11 T12 L1 L4 T10
Level of the body of L1 Pylorus stomach Left kidney hilum (L1- left one!) Right hilum of the kidney (1.5cm lower than the left) Fundus of the gallbladder Neck of pancreas Duodenojejunal flexure Superior mesenteric artery Portal vein Left and right colic flexure Root of the transverse mesocolon 2nd part of the duodenum Upper part of conus medullaris Spleen
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When the brachial plexus is injured in the axilla as a result of a crutch palsy, which of the nerves listed is most commonly affected? Thoracodorsal nerve Suprascapular nerve Radial nerve Ulnar nerve Long thoracic nerve
The radial nerve is most commonly injured and results in a wrist drop. The ulnar nerve arises from the medial cord and is rarely affected as a result of this injury mechanism.
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A 43 year old lady undergoes a live donor related renal transplant. Over the next few years it is noted that her renal function progressively deteriorates. What is the most likely underlying explanation? Type I hypersensitivity reaction Type III hypersensitivity reaction Type II hypersensitivity reaction Type IV hypersensitivity reaction None of the above
Chronic rejection of renal transplants is mediated via T lymphocytes and is therefore a type IV hypersensitivity reaction. This process can be mitigated by immunosupression.
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Hyperacute organ rejection is due to?
ABO mismatch
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Cellular infiltrate in acute organ rejection
Mononuclear cell infiltrates. May occur in up to 50% of cases
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Histological changes seen in chronic rejection
Vascular changes are most prominent with myointimal proliferation-\> ischaemia Organ specific changes are also seen e.g. loss of acinar cells in pancreas and rapidly progressive CAD in heart transplants
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Exclusion criteria for renal transplant
Active malignancy Old age
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Theme: Liver lesions A.Cystadenoma B.Hydatid cyst C.Amoebic abscess D.Mesenchymal hamartoma E.Liver cell adenoma F.Cavernous haemangioma Please select the most likely lesion for the scenario given. Each option may be used once, more than once or not at all. A 38 year old lady presents with right upper quadrant pain and nausea. She is otherwise well and her only medical therapy is the oral contraceptive pill which she has taken for many years with no ill effects. Her liver function tests are normal. An ultrasound examination demonstrates a hyperechoic well defined lesion in the left lobe of the liver which measures 14 cm in diameter. A 37 year old lady presents with right upper quadrant pain and nausea. She is otherwise well and her only medical therapy is the oral contraceptive pill which she has taken for many years with no ill effects. Her liver function tests and serum alpha feto protein are normal. An ultrasound examination demonstrates a 4cm non encapsulated lesion in the right lobe of the liver which has a mixed echoity and heterogeneous texture. A 38 year old shepherd presents to the clinic with a 3 month history of malaise and right upper quadrant pain. On examination he is mildly jaundiced. His liver function tests demonstrate a mild elevation in bilirubin and transaminases, his full blood count shows an elevated eosinophil level. An abdominal x-ray is performed by the senior house officer and demonstrates a calcified lesion in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen.
The correct answer is Cavernous haemangioma Cavernous haemangioma often presents with vague symptoms and signs. They may grow to considerable size. Liver function tests are usually normal. The lesions are typically well defined and hyperechoic on ultrasound. A causative link between OCP use and haemangiomata has yet to be established, but is possible. Liver cell adenoma Liver cell adenomas are linked to OCP use and 90% of patients with liver cell adenomas have used the OCP. Liver function tests are often normal. The lesions will typically have a mixed echoity and heterogeneous texture. Hydatid cyst Hyatid disease is more common in those who work with sheep or dogs. Liver function tests may be abnormal and an eosinophilia is often present. Plain radiographs may reveal a calcified cyst wall.
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Most common benign tumours of mesenchymal origin Incidence in autopsy series is 8% Cavernous haemangiomas may be enormous Clinically they are reddish purple hypervascular lesions Lesions are normally separated from normal liver by ring of fibrous tissue On ultrasound they are typically hyperechoic
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90% develop in women in their third to fifth decade Linked to use of oral contraceptive pill Lesions are usually solitary They are usually sharply demarcated from normal liver although they usually lack a fibrous capsule On ultrasound the appearances are of mixed echoity and heterogeneous texture. On CT most lesions are hypodense when imaged prior to administration of IV contrast agents In patients with haemorrhage or symptoms removal of the adenoma may be required
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Congential and benign, usually present in infants. May compress normal liver
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Biliary sepsis is a major predisposing factor Structures drained by the portal venous system form the second largest source Common symptoms include fever, right upper quadrant pain. Jaundice may be seen in 50% Ultrasound will usually show a fluid filled cavity, hyperechoic walls may be seen in chronic abscesses
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Liver abscess is the most common extra intestinal manifestation of amoebiasis Between 75 and 90% lesions occur in the right lobe Presenting complaints typically include fever and right upper quadrant pain Ultrasonography will usually show a fluid filled structure with poorly defined boundaries Aspiration yield sterile odourless fluid which has an anchovy paste consistency Treatment is with metronidazole
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Seen in cases of Echinococcus infection Typically an intense fibrotic reaction occurs around sites of infection The cyst has no epithelial lining Cysts are commonly unilocular and may grow to 20cm in size. The cyst wall is thick and has an external laminated hilar membrane and an internal enucleated germinal layer Typically presents with malaise and right upper quadrant pain. Secondary bacterial infection occurs in 10%. Liver function tests are usually abnormal and eosinophilia is present in 33% cases Ultrasound may show septa and hyatid sand or daughter cysts. Percutaneous aspiration is contra indicated Treatment is by sterilisation of the cyst with mebendazole and may be followed by surgical resection. Hypertonic swabs are packed around the cysts during surgery
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Usually occurs in association with polycystic kidney disease Autosomal dominant disorder Symptoms may occur as a result of capsular stretch
Polycystic liver disease
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Rare lesions with malignant potential Usually solitary multiloculated lesions Liver function tests usually normal Ultrasonography typically shows a large anechoic, fluid filled area with irregular margins. Internal echos may result from septa Surgical resection is indicated in all cases
Cystadenoma
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A 35 year old man falls and sustains a fracture to the medial third of his clavicle. Which vessel is at greatest risk of injury? Subclavian vein Subclavian artery External carotid artery Internal carotid artery Vertebral artery
The subclavian vein lies behind subclavius and the medial part of the clavicle. It rests on the first rib, below and in front of the third part of the subclavian artery, and then on scalenus anterior which separates it from the second part of the artery (posteriorly).
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Bleeding into the space between the dura mater and the skull. Often results from acceleration-deceleration trauma or a blow to the side of the head. The majority of extradural haematomas occur in the temporal region where skull fractures cause a rupture of the middle meningeal artery. Features Raised intracranial pressure Some patients may exhibit a lucid interval
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Bleeding into the outermost meningeal layer. Most commonly occur around the frontal and parietal lobes. May be either acute or chronic. Risk factors include old age and alcoholism. Slower onset of symptoms than a extradural haematoma.
Subdural haematoma
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Usually occurs spontaneously in the context of a ruptured cerebral aneurysm, but may be seen in association with other injuries when a patient has sustained a traumatic brain injury.
Subarachnoid haemorrhage
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ICP monitoring in head injury
Appropriate in those with GCS 3-8 and normal CT scan Mandatory in those with same GCS and abnromal CT scan.
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Unilaterally dilated pupil Sluggish or fixed response to light Context of brain injury
3rd nerve compression secondary to tentorial herniation
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Head injury Bilaterally dilated pupils Sluggish or fixed light response
Poor CNS perfusion Bilateral 3rd nerve palsy
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Unilaterally dilated or equal pupil size Cross reactive light response
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Bilaterally constricted pupils
Opiates Pontine lesions Metabolic encephalopathy
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Unilaterally constricted pupil
Sympathetic pathway disruption
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Epidemiology of achondroplasia
Mutation in FGFR- sporadic (70%) Advancing parental age is the main risk factor
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Radiological features of achondroplasia
Large skull with narrow foramen magnum Short, flattened intervertebral bodies Narrow spinal canal Horizontal acetabular roof Broad, short metacarpals
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The pudendal canal is a fascial canal located on the lateral wall of the ischioanal fossa. In this location, it lies on the inferior border of which of the following muscles? Coccygeus Obturator internus Pubococcygeus Iliococcygeus Piriformis
Obturator internus The coccygeus, pubococcygeus and iliococcygeus form part of the pelvic diaphragm and are not related to it. The piriformis exits the pelvis via the greater sciatic foramen and is not associated with the canal in the ischiorectal fossa. The pudendal canal is located along the lateral wall of the ischioanal fossa at the inferior margin of the obturator internus muscle. It extends from the lesser sciatic foramen to the posterior margin of the urogenital diaphragm. It conveys the internal pudendal vessels and nerve.
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A 24 year old man is brought to the emergency department have suffered a crush injury to his forearm. Assessment demonstrates that the arm is tender, red and swollen. There is clinical evidence of an ulnar fracture and the patient cannot move their fingers. Which is the most appropriate course of action? Application of an external fixation device Closed reduction Debridement Discharge and review in fracture clinic Fasciotomy
The combination of a crush injury, limb swelling and inability to move digits should raise suspicion of a compartment syndrome that will require a fasciotomy. Paralysis is a very late sign.
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Two main fractures carrying risk of compartment syndrome
Supracondylar fractures Tibial shaft injuries
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Symptoms and signs of compartment syndrome
Pain, especially on movement (passive) Parasthesiae Pallor may be present Arterial pulsation may still be felt as the necrosis occurs as a result of microvascular compromise Paralysis
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Diagnosis of compartment syndrome
Measurement of intracompartmental pressure, \>20 is abnormal, \>40 is diagnostic
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Where are the greatest proportion of musculi pectinati found? Right ventricle Left ventricle Right atrium Pulmonary valve Aortic valve
The musculi pectinati are found in the atria, hence the reason that the atrial walls in the right atrium are irregular anteriorly. The musculi pectinati of the atria are internal muscular ridges on the anterolateral surface of the chambers and they are only present in the area derived from the embryological true atrium.
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Walls of the cardiac chamber
Epicardium Myocardium Endocardium
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Venous drainage of the heart
Coronary sinus lies in the posterior part of the coronary groove. Great cardiac vein lies at its left and the middle and small cardiac veins lie on its right. The anterior cardiac vein drains into the right atrium directly
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Structures supplied by the right coronary artery
Right atrium Diaphragmatic part of the right ventricle Posterior third of the interventricular septum SAN in 60% AVN in 80%
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Structures supplied by the LCA
Left atrium Most of the left ventricle Part of the right ventricle Anterior two thirds of the interventricular septum SAN in remaining 40% of cases
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Which of the nerves listed below provides sensory innervation to the skin overlying the lateral aspect of the nose? Infratrochlear nerve Zygomatic nerve Nasopalatine nerve Lateral nasal branches of the ethmoidal nerve Frontal nerve
The lateral aspect of the external nose is innervated by lateral nasal branches of the anterior ethmoidal nerve. The ethmoidal nerve is a branch of the nasociliary nerve which is one of the divisions of the trigeminal.
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A 70 year old female is admitted with a history of passing brown coloured urine and abdominal distension. Clinically she has features of large bowel obstruction with central abdominal tenderness. She is maximally tender in the left iliac fossa. There is no evidence of haemodynamic instability. What is the most appropriate investigation? Cystogram Abdominal X-ray of the kidney, ureters and bladder Computerised tomogram of the abdomen and pelvis Flexible sigmoidoscopy Barium enema
This lady is most likely to have a colovesical fistula complicating diverticular disease of the sigmoid colon. In addition she may also have developed a diverticular stricture resulting in large bowel obstruction. A locally advanced tumour of the sigmoid colon may produce a similar clinical picture. The best investigation of this acute surgical patient is an abdominal CT scan, this will demonstrate the site of the disease and also supply regional information such as organ involvement and other local complications such as a pericolic abscess. A barium enema would require formal bowel preparation and this is contra indicated where large bowel obstruction is suspected. A flexible sigmoidoscopy is unlikely to be helpful and the air insufflated at the time of endoscopy may make the colonic distension worse. A cystogram would provide only very limited information.
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What is used to classify the severity of diverticulitis?
Hinchey classification I: paracolonic abscess II: pelvic abscess III: purulent peritonitis IV: faceal peritonitis
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Diagnosis of stable diverticular disease
Colonoscopy, CT cologram or barium enema.
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Ix in patients acutely unwell with diverticular disease
Plain abdominal film and erect CXR Abdominal CT scan (not CT cologram) with contrast can help identify acute inflammation and the presence of local complications
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Treatment of diverticular disease
Increased dietary fibrre intake
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Recurrent episodes of acute diverticulitis are a relative indication for
Segmental resection
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Management of Hinchey IV diverticulitis
Resection and usually a stoma At high risk of post-operative complications and usually require HDU admission. Less severe perforations may be managed by laparoscopic washout and drain insertion
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Theme: Urinary tract trauma A.Urinary tract infection B.Bladder outlet obstruction C.Bulbar urethral rupture D.Membranous urethral rupture E.Bladder rupture F.Bladder contusion For the scenario given please select the most likely injury. Each option may be used once, more than once or not at all. A 56 year old man is involved in a road traffic accident. He is found to have a pelvic fracture. He reports that he has some lower abdominal pain. He has peritonism in the lower abdomen. The nursing staff report that he has not passed any urine. A CT scan shows evidence of free fluid. A 52 year old man falls off his bike. He is found to have a pelvic fracture. On examination he is found to have perineal oedema and on PR the prostate is not palpable. A urine dipstick shows blood. A 52 year old woman falls out of a tree while rescuing a cat. Imaging shows no bony injury. She has suprapubic tenderness and complains of dysuria. Her abdomen is soft and non tender. A urine dipstick shows blood, nitrites and leucocytes.
Bladder rupture A pelvic fracture and lower abdominal peritonism should raise suspicions of bladder rupture (especially as this man cannot pass urine). Membranous urethral rupture A pelvic fracture and highly displaced prostate should indicate a diagnosis of membranous urethral rupture. The correct answer is Urinary tract infection There is no indication of a more sinister diagnosis here. The patient's abdomen is normal and she is able to pass urine. Her dipstick confirms an infection. Also in women urethral injury is rare.
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Association of bladder injury with pelvic trauma
85% associated with pelvic fractures
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Up to 10% of male pelvic fractures are associated with?
Urethral or bladder injuries
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What are the two types of urethral injury
Bulbar rupture Membranous rupture
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Urinary retention Perineal haematoma Blood at the meatus
Urethral injury
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Features of bulbar urethral injury
Most common Straddle type injury
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Features of membranous urethral injury
Can be extra or intraperitoneal Commonly due to pelvic fracture Penile or perineal oedema Prostate may be displaced upwards (co-exisiting retroperitoneal haematomas may make examination difficult)
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Investigation of urethral injury
Ascending urethrogram
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Features of bladder injury
Rupture is intra or extraperitoneal May present with haematuria or suprapubic pain. If history of pelvic fracture and inability to void suspect bladder or urethral injury. Inability to retrieve all the fluid used to irrgate the bladder through a foley catheter indicates bladder injury
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Management of bladder injury
Laparotomy if intraperitoneal Conservative if extraperitoneal
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Which of the following structures separates the subclavian artery and vein? Digastric muscle Prevertebral fascia Anterior scalene muscle Middle scalene muscle Omohyoid
The anterior scalene muscle is an important anatomical landmark and separates the subclavian vein (anterior) from the subclavian artery (posterior).
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What are the three paired scalene muscles?
Scalenus anterior Scalenus medius Scalenus posterior
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Action of scalenus anterior
Elevate 1st rib and laterally flex the neck to the same side
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Action of scalenus medius
As for scalenus anterior
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Action of scalenus posterior
Elevate 2nd rib and tilt neck to opposite side
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Innervation of scalene muscles
Spinal nerves C4-6
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Origin of the scalene muscles
Transverse process C2 to C7
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Insertion of scalene muscle
First and second ribs
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Important relations of the scalene muscles
Brachial plexus and subclavian artery pass between the anterior and middle scalenes through the scalene hiatus/fissure Subclavian vein and phrenic nerves pass anteriorly to the anterior scalene as it crosses over the first rib
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Scalene muscle and thoracic outlet syndrome
At risk of adhering to the fascia surrounding the brachial plexus or shortening causing compression of the brachial plexus when it passes between the clavicle and first rib
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A 33 year old man is stabbed in the right chest and undergoes a thoracotomy. The right lung is mobilised and the pleural reflection at the lung hilum is opened. Which of the structures listed below does not lie within this region? Pulmonary artery Azygos vein Pulmonary vein Bronchus None of the above
The pleural reflections encase the hilum of the lung and continue inferiorly as the pulmonary ligament. It encases the pulmonary vessels and bronchus. The azygos vein is not contained within it.
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A 56 year old man requires long term parenteral nutrition and the decision is made to insert a PICC line for long term venous access. This is inserted into the basilic vein at the region of the elbow. As the catheter is advanced, into which venous structure is the tip of the catheter most likely to pass from the basilic vein? Subclavian vein Axillary vein Posterior circumflex humeral vein Cephalic vein Superior vena cava
The basilic vein drains into the axillary vein and although PICC lines may end up in a variety of fascinating locations the axillary vein is usually the commonest site following from the basilic. The posterior circumflex humeral vein is encountered prior to the axillary vein. However, a PICC line is unlikely to enter this structure because of its angle of entry into the basilic vein.
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A 72 year old man presents with symptoms and signs of benign prostatic hyperplasia. Which of the following structures is most likely to be enlarged? Posterior lobe of the prostate Median lobe of the prostate Right lateral lobe of the prostate Left lateral lobe of the prostate Anterior lobe of the prostate
Carcinoma of the prostate typically occurs in the posterior lobe. The median lobe is usually enlarged in BPH. The anterior lobe has little in the way of glandular tissue and is seldom enlarged.
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An individual is noted to have a left sided superior vena cava. By which pathway is blood from this system most likely to enter the heart? Via the coronary sinus Via the azygos venous system and into the superior vena cava Via anomalies in the pumonary vascular bed Via the left atrium and persistent foramen ovale Directly into the roof of the right atrium
Persistent left superior vena cava is the most common anomaly of the thoracic venous system. It is prevalent in 0.3% of the population and is a benign entity of failed involution during embryogenesis.
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Theme: Paediatric neck masses A.Cystic hygroma B.Thyroglossal cyst C.Rhabdomyosarcoma D.Branchial cyst E.Dermoid cyst Please select the most likely underlying diagnosis for the situation that is described. Each option may be used once, more than once, or not at all. A 2 year old boy is brought to the clinic by his mother who has noticed that he has developed a small mass. On examination; a small smooth cyst is identified which is located above the hyoid bone. On ultrasound the lesion appears to be a heterogenous and multiloculated mass. A 22 month old baby is brought to the clinic by her mother who is concerned that she has developed a swelling in her neck. On examination; she has a soft lesion located in the posterior triangle that transilluminates. A 3 year old boy is brought to the clinic by his mother who has noticed a mass in his neck. On examination; he has a smooth mass located on the lateral aspect of his anterior triangle, near to the angle of the mandible. On ultrasound; it has a fluid filled, anechoic, appearance.
The correct answer is Dermoid cyst Dermoid cysts are usually multiloculated and heterogeneous. Most are located above the hyoid, and their appearances on imaging differentiate them from thyroglossal cysts. Cystic hygroma Cystic hygromas are soft and transilluminate. Most are located in the posterior triangle. Branchial cyst Branchial cysts are usually located laterally and derived from the second branchial cleft. Unless infection has occurred they will usually have an anechoic appearance on ultrasound.
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Located in the anterior triangle, usually in the midline and below the hyoid (65% cases) Derived from remnants of the thyroglossal duct Thin walled and anechoic on USS (echogenicity suggests infection of cyst)
Thyroglossal cyst
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Six branchial arches separated by branchial clefts Incomplete obliteration of the branchial apparatus may result in cysts, sinuses or fistulae 75% of branchial cysts originate from the second branchial cleft Usually located anterior to the sternocleidomastoid near the angle of the mandible Unless infected the fluid of the cyst has a similar consistency to water and is anechoic on USS
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Derived from pleuripotent stem cells and are located in the midline Most commonly in a suprahyoid location They have heterogeneous appearances on imaging and contain variable amounts of calcium and fat
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Usually located posterior to the sternocleidomastoid Cystic hygroma result from occlusion of lymphatic channels The painless, fluid filled, lesions usually present prior to the age of 2 They are often closely linked to surrounding structures and surgical removal is difficult They are typically hypoechoic on USS
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May present in either triangle of the neck Grow rapidly initially and then will often spontaneously regress Plain x-rays will show a mass lesion, usually containing calcified phleboliths As involution occurs the fat content of the lesions increases
Infantile haemangioma
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Theme: Amputations A.Transfemoral amputation B.Gritti - Stokes amputation C.Digital amputation D.Syme's amputation E.Hindquarter amputation F.Below knee amputation G.Trans metatarsal amputation H.Amputation of digit Please select the most appropriate procedure for the scenario given. Each option may be used once, more than once or not at all. The operation of choice for a 90 year old lady with infected gangrene of the mid foot secondary to diabetes. She has fixed flexion deformity of the knee. An operation in which Skew flaps are created. An amputation of the lower limb in which the femoral condyles are removed and the patella retained.
The correct answer is Transfemoral amputation An elderly patient with diabetes and peripheral vascular disease is a high risk surgical candidate. It is important that the chances of a successful outcome are maximised at the first operation. SInce above knee amputations usually heal more reliably than below knee amputations this is a preferable option, especially since she has a fixed deformity. The correct answer is Below knee amputation This is one variant of a below knee amputation. The Burgess flap is the other commonly practised approach. Gritti - Stokes amputation This is a Gritti - Stokes amputation. During a Gritti - Stokes operation the patella is conserved and swung posteriorly to cover the distal femoral surface. Beware performing amputations in patients with peripheral vascular disease without optimising inflow first!
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What are the main categories of amputations?
Pelvic disarticulation (hindquarter) Above knee amputation Gritti Stokes (through knee amputation) Below knee amputation (using either Skew or Burgess flaps) Syme's amputation (through ankle) Amputations of mid foot and digits
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Features of above knee amputations
Quick to perform Heal reliably Patients regain their general health quickly For this benefit, a functional price has to be paid and many patients over the age of 70 will never walk on an above knee prosthesis. Above knee amputations use equal anterior-posterior flaps
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Features of below knee amputation
Technically more challenging to perform Heal less reliably than their above knee counterparts. However, many more patients are able to walk using a below knee prosthesis. In below knee amputations the two main flaps are Skew flaps or the Burgess long posterior flap. Skew flaps result in a less bulky limb that is easier to attach a prosthesis to.
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An unusually tall 43 year old lady presents to the surgical clinic with bilateral inguinal hernias. She develops chest pain and collapses. As part of her investigations a chest x-ray shows evidence of mediastinal widening. What is the most likely underlying diagnosis? Pulmonary embolus Aortic dissection Tietze syndrome Boerhaaves syndrome Myocardial infarct
Marfans syndrome may present with a variety of connective tissue disorders such as bilateral inguinal hernia. They are at high risk of aortic dissection, as in this case.
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Features of aortic dissection
More common than AAA rupture 33% of patients die within first 24 hours, 50% within 48 hours if no treatment received. Associated with HTN. Features of aortic dissection: tear in intimal layer followed by formation and propagation of subintimal haematoma. Cystic medial necrosis seen in Marfarn's 90% occcur within 10 centimetres of the aortic valve
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Stanford classification of thoracic dissection
A: ascending aorta- surgery B: descending aorta: medical therapy with antiHTNives
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De Bakey classification of aortic dissection
I: ascending aorta, aortic arch, descending aorta II ascending aorta III descending aorta distal to left subclavian artery
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Tearing. sudden onset chest pain HTN or hypotension BP difference in each arm \>20mmHg Neurologic deficits
Aortic dissection
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Investigations in aortic disection
CXR: widened mediasitinum, abnormal aortic knob, ring sign, trachial deviation CT angiography MRI angiography
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Mx of dissection
Beta blockers: aim HR 60-80bpm and systolic 100-120 Type A dissection- aortic root replacement
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A 53 year old man is undergoing a radical gastrectomy for carcinoma of the stomach. Which of the following structures will need to be divided to gain access to the coeliac axis? Lesser omentum Greater omentum Falciform ligament Median arcuate ligament Gastrosplenic ligament
The lesser omentum will need to be divided. During a radical gastrectomy this forms one of the nodal stations that will need to be taken.
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Relations of the coeliac axis
Anteriorly: lesser omentum Right: right coeliac ganglion and caudate process of liver Left: left coeliac ganglion and gastric cardia Inferiorly: upper border of pancreas and renal vein
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Which of the following renal stone types is most radiodense on a plain x-ray? Calcium phosphate Calcium oxalate Uric acid Struvite Cystine
Calcium phosphate stones are the most radiodense stones, calcium oxalate stones slightly less so. Uric acid stones are radiolucent (unless they have calcium contained within them).
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Most common type of renal stone
Calcium oxalate (85%)
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Hypercalciuria is a major risk factor (various causes) Hyperoxaluria may also increase risk Hypocitraturia increases risk because citrate forms complexes with calcium making it more soluble Stones are radio-opaque (though less than calcium phosphate stones) Hyperuricosuria may cause uric acid stones to which calcium oxalate binds
Calcium oxalate
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Inherited recessive disorder of transmembrane cystine transport leading to decreased absorption of cystine from intestine and renal tubule Multiple stones may form Relatively radiodense because they contain sulphur
Cystine (1%)
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Uric acid is a product of purine metabolism May precipitate when urinary pH low May be caused by diseases with extensive tissue breakdown e.g. malignancy More common in children with inborn errors of metabolism Radiolucent
Uric acid 5-10%
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May occur in renal tubular acidosis, high urinary pH increases supersaturation of urine with calcium and phosphate Renal tubular acidosis types 1 and 3 increase risk of stone formation (types 2 and 4 do not) Radio-opaque stones (composition similar to bone)
Calcium phosphate (10%)
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Stones formed from magnesium, ammonium and phosphate Occur as a result of urease producing bacteria (and are thus associated with chronic infections) Under the alkaline conditions produced, the crystals can precipitate Slightly radio-opaque
Struvite 2-20%
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Urine acidity in Calcium phosphate stones
Normal-alkaline
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Urine acidity in uric acid stones
Acidic
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Urine acidity in struvite stones
Alkaline
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Urine acidity in cystine stones
Normal
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A 76 year old man complains of symptoms of claudication. The decision is made to measure his ankle brachial pressure index. The signal from the dorsalis pedis artery is auscultated with a hand held doppler device. This vessel is the continuation of which of the following? Posterior tibial artery Anterior tibial artery Peroneal artery Popliteal artery None of the above
The dorsalis pedis is a continuation of the anterior tibial artery.
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Theme: Disorders of the knee A.Chondromalacia patellae B.Dislocated patella C.Undisplaced fracture patella D.Displaced patella fracture E.Avulsion fracture of the tibial tubercle F.Quadriceps tendon rupture G.Osgood Schlatters disease Please select the most likely explanation for the scenario given. Each option may be used once, more than once or not at all. 1. A 19 year old sportswoman presents with knee pain which is worse on walking down the stairs and when sitting still. On examination there is wasting of the quadriceps and pseudolocking of the knee. 2. A tall 18 year old male athlete is admitted to the emergency room after being hit in the knee by a hockey stick. On examination his knee is tense and swollen. X-ray shows no fractures. 3. An athletic 15 year old boy presents with knee pain of 3 weeks duration. It is worst during activity and settles with rest. On examination there is tenderness overlying the tibial tuberosity and an associated swelling at this site.
Chondromalacia patellae A teenage girl with knee pain on walking down the stairs is characteristic for chondromalacia patellae (anterior knee pain). Most cases are managed with physiotherapy. Dislocated patella A patella dislocation is a common cause of haemarthrosis and many will spontaneously reduce when the leg is straightened. In the chronic setting physiotherapy is used to strengthen the quadriceps muscles. Osgood Schlatters disease Athletic boys and girls may develop this condition in their teenage years. It is caused by multiple micro fractures at the point of insertion of the tendon into the tibial tuberosity. Most cases settle with physiotherapy and rest.
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Sport injury Mechanism: high twisting force applied to a bent knee Typically presents with: loud crack, pain and RAPID joint swelling (haemoarthrosis) Poor healing Management: intense physiotherapy or surgery
Ruptured anterior cruciate ligament
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Mechanism: hyperextension injuries Tibia lies back on the femur Paradoxical anterior draw test
Ruptured posterior cruciate ligament
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Mechanism: leg forced into valgus via force outside the leg Knee unstable when put into valgus position
Rupture of medial collateral ligament
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Rotational sporting injuries Delayed knee swelling Joint locking (Patient may develop skills to "unlock" the knee Recurrent episodes of pain and effusions are common, often following minor trauma
Menisceal tear
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Teenage girls, following an injury to knee e.g. Dislocation patella Typical history of pain on going downstairs or at rest Tenderness, quadriceps wasting
Chondromalacia patellae
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Most commonly occurs as a traumatic primary event, either through direct trauma or through severe contraction of quadriceps with knee stretched in valgus and external rotation Genu valgum, tibial torsion and high riding patella are risk factors Skyline x-ray views of patella are required, although displaced patella may be clinically obvious An osteochondral fracture is present in 5% The condition has a 20% recurrence rate
Dislocation of the patella
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2 types: i. Direct blow to patella causing undisplaced fragments ii. Avulsion fracture
Fractured patella
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Occur in the elderly (or following significant trauma in young) Mechanism: knee forced into valgus or varus, but the knee fractures before the ligaments rupture Varus injury affects medial plateau and if valgus injury, lateral plateau depressed fracture occurs Classified using the Schatzker system (see below)
Tibial plateau fracture
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What can be used to classify tibial plateau fractures?
Schatzker classification system
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Type 1 Schatzker
Vertical split of lateral condyle Fracture through dense bone, usually in the young. It may be virtually undisplaced, or the condylar fragment may be pushed inferiorly and tilted
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Type 2 Schatzker fracture
Vertical split of the lateral condyle combined with an adjacent load bearing part of the condyle The wedge fragment (which may be of variable size), is displaced laterally; the joint is widened. Untreated, a valgus deformity may develop
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Type 3 Schatzker fracture
Depression of the articular surface with intact condylar rim The split does not extend to the edge of the plateau. Depressed fragments may be firmly embedded in subchondral bone, the joint is stable
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Type 4 Schatzker fracture
Fragment of the medial tibial condyle Two injuries are seen in this category; (1) a depressed fracture of osteoporotic bone in the elderly. (2) a high energy fracture resulting in a condylar split that runs from the intercondylar eminence to the medial cortex. Associated ligamentous injury may be severe
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Schatzker Type 5
Fracture of both condyles Both condyles fractured but the column of the metaphysis remains in continuity with the tibial shaft
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Schatzker Type 6
Combined condylar and subcondylar fractures High energy fracture with marked comminution
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A 72 year old man has just undergone an emergency repair for a ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm. Pre operatively he was taking aspirin, clopidogrel and warfarin. Intra operatively he received 5000 units of unfractionated heparin prior to application of the aortic cross clamp. His blood results on admission to the critical care unit are as follows: Full blood count Hb8 g/dl Platelets40 \* 109/l WBC7.1 \* 109/l His fibrin degradation products are measured and found to be markedly elevated. Which of the following accounts for these results? Anastomotic leak Disseminated intravascular coagulation Heparin induced thrombocytopenia Adverse effect of warfarin Adverse effects of antiplatelet agents
The combination of low platelet counts and raised FDP in this setting make DIC the most likely diagnosis.
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Why does DIC readily develop in patients with extensive trauma?
Due to the release of tissue factor, a key mediator in the DIC pathway.
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Prolonged PT Prolonged APTT Prolonged bleeding time Low plt
DIC
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Prolonged PT Normal APTT Normal bleeding time Normal plt
?Warfarin
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Normal PT Normal APTT Prolonged BT Normal plt
?Aspirin
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PT often normal though may be prolonged Prolonged APTT Normal BT Normal plts
Heparin
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Trotter's triad
Diagnosis of nasopharyngeal carcinoma: Unilateral conductive hearing loss ipsilateral facial & ear pain Ipsilateral paralysis of the soft palate
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Featurs of NP carcinoma
Squamous cell carcinoma of the nasopharynx Rare in most parts of the world, apart from individuals from Southern China Associated with Epstein Barr virus infection Local: otalgia, unilateral serous otitis media, nasal obstruction/discharge, cranial nerve palsy Cervical lymphadenopathy
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Treatment of nasopharyngeal carcinoma
RTx is first line
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A 34 year old man receives morphine following an appendicectomy. He develops constipation as a result. Which of the following best accounts for this process? Stimulation of DOPA receptors Inhibition of DOPA receptors Stimulation of µ receptors Stimulation of serotonin release Inhibition of serotonin release
4 Types of opioid receptor: δ (located in CNS)- Accounts for analgesic and antidepressant effects k (mainly CNS)- analgesic and dissociative effects µ (central and peripheral) - causes analgesia, miosis, decreased gut motility Nociceptin receptor (CNS)- Affect of appetite and tolerance to µ agonists.
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A 67 year old man is due to undergo a revisional total hip replacement using a posterior approach. After dividing gluteus maximus in the line of its fibres there is brisk arterial bleeding. Which of the following vessels is likely to be responsible? Profunda femoris artery External iliac artery Internal iliac artery Obturator artery Inferior gluteal artery
The inferior gluteal artery runs on the deep surface of the gluteus maximus muscle. It is a branch of the internal iliac artery. It is commonly divided during the posterior approach to the hip joint.
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A 17 year old lady presents with right iliac fossa pain and diagnosed as having acute appendicitis. You take her to theatre to perform a laparoscopic appendicectomy. During the procedure the scrub nurse distracts you and you inadvertently avulse the appendicular artery. The ensuing haemorrhage is likely to be supplied directly from which vessel? Inferior mesenteric artery Superior mesenteric artery Ileo-colic artery Internal iliac artery None of the above
The appendicular artery is a branch of the ileocolic artery.
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Which of the following is not well absorbed following a gastrectomy? Vitamin c Zinc Vitamin B12 Copper Molybdenum
Vitamin B12. The others are unaffected
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Features of post-gastrectomy syndrome
Post gastrectomy syndrome Rapid emptying of food from stomach into the duodenum: diarrhoea, abdominal pain, hypoglycaemia Complications: Vitamin B12 and iron malabsorption, osteoporosis Treatment: High protein, low carbohydrate diet. Replace B12/Fe/Ca
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Which of the following statements in relation to fistula in ano is untrue? High fistulae are safest treated with a seton insertion Low fistulae may be laid open They are typically probed with Lockhart Mummary probes When discovered during incision and drainage of peri anal abscess; should always be probed to locate the internal opening When complicating Crohns disease, may respond to infliximab
Probing fistulae during acute sepsis is associated with a high complication rate and should not be undertaken routinely.
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def: fistula
Abnormal connection between two epithelial surfcaes
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What are the four types of fistula
Enterocutaneous Enteroenteric or enterocolic Enterovaginal Enterovesciular
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Theme: Management of nipple discharge A.Prescribe danazol B.Microdochectomy C.Total duct excision D.Cytology of duct fluid E.Core biopsy F.Prescribe co-amoxiclav G.Reassure and discharge H.Mastectomy What is the best management for each nipple discharge presentation? Each option may be used once, more than once or not at all. A 23 year old woman with greenish nipple discharge on one occasion. Clinical examination of the breast is normal. Ultrasound report is U1 A 43 year old woman has had recurrent episodes of periductal mastitis. She has received multiple courses of antibiotics and is troubled by persisting green nipple discharge. Clinical examination reveals green nipple discharge, but no discrete lump. Imaging with mammography and ultrasound is reassuring (U2, M2) A 55 year old woman complains of nipple discharge. This was blood stained on one occasion. But not subsequently. Clinical examination shows clear fluid but no discrete lump. Imaging with ultrasound and mammography is normal.
Reassure and discharge This is likely to be simple duct ectasia and U1 (normal USS) coupled with normal examination would favor discharge from clinic. Mammography is generally unhelpful in this age group The correct answer is Total duct excision This woman has troublesome duct ectasia and total duct excision is warranted. The correct answer is Microdochectomy Although this is likely to be benign disease, her age coupled with an episode of blood stained discharge would attract a recommendation for microdochectomy. She may have an intraductal papilloma. But the concern would be DCIS.
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A 63 year old man who smokes heavily presents with dyspepsia. He is tested and found to be positive for helicobacter pylori infection. One evening he has an episode of haematemesis and collapses. What is the most likely vessel to be responsible? Portal vein Short gastric arteries Superior mesenteric artery Gastroduodenal artery None of the above
He is most likely to have a posteriorly sited duodenal ulcer. These can invade the gastroduodenal artery and present with major bleeding. Although gastric ulcers may invade vessels they do not tend to produce major bleeding of this nature.
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An orthopaedic surgeon makes a modification to an operative approach for total knee arthroplasty. After he has completed 25 cases, he stops and reviews his patient outcomes. He publishes the data. What level of evidence is supplied by this type of data? II IV III V I
Case series that are non randomised and lack concurrent controls at best supply level IV evidence only. To qualify for level I and II evidence a prospective randomised controlled trial with appropriate blinding, control matching and power calculations is needed.
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Theme: Scrotal swellings A.Haematocele B.Epididymal cyst C.Hydrocele D.Testicular torsion E.Orchitis F.Epididymo-orchitis For each case please select the most likely underlying diagnosis from the list. Each option may be used once, more than once or not at all. 17.A 32 year old male presents with a swollen right scrotum which has developed over 3 weeks after being kicked in the groin area. There is a non tense swelling of the right scrotum and the underlying testis cannot be easily palpated. A dipstick is positive for nitrates only. A 40 year old male presents with a non painful, bilateral scrotal swellings over 3 years. The testis is felt separately and the swelling transilluminates A 32 year old male presents with a swollen, painful right scrotum after being kicked in the groin area 1 hour ago. There is a painful swelling of the right scrotum and the underlying testis cannot be easily palpated.
The correct answer is Hydrocele This is a secondary hydrocele which occurs in patients aged 20-40 years. It develops rapidly and there may not be a tense swelling. The underlying testis is NOT palpated therefore indicating a hydrocele. Causes include trauma, infection and tumour. The correct answer is Epididymal cyst The testis is palpated therefore this differentiates it from a hydrocele. he correct answer is Haematocele Acute haematocele: tense, tender and non transilluminating mass post trauma. A chronic haematoma causes a blood clot to surround the testis. The blood clot hardens and contracts causing a hard mass which may be indistinguishable from a tumour. Therefore the testis will need surgical exploration.
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Theme: Disorders affecting the ear A.Acoustic neuroma B.Otosclerosis C.Preauricular sinus D.Acute suppurative otitis media E.Cholesteatoma F.Long standing perforation of the pars tensa G.Otitis externa Please select the most likely underlying explanation for the disorder described. Each option may be used once, more than once or not at all. A 34 year old lady presents with a long standing offensive discharge from the ear and on examination is noted to have a reduction in her hearing of 40 decibels compared to the opposite side. A 4 year old is brought to the general practitioner by her mother. She has been distressed with ear pain for the past 14 hours. She is constantly touching and pulling at her ear. Whilst she is sat in the waiting room her mother notices a discharge of foul smelling fluid from the ear, following which the pain resolves. A 4 year old child is brought to the clinic by his father. They are concerned because the child has been noted to have a small epithelial defect anterior to the left ear and is has been noted to discharge foul smelling material for the past 2 days.
Cholesteatoma The combination of offensive discharge and hearing loss is strongly suggestive of cholesteatoma. Acute suppurative otitis media In young children acute suppurative otitis media is a common condition. Rupture of the tympanic membrane is a rare, but recognised complication. Preauricular sinus Pre auricular sinuses that a deeper may accumulate secretions and produce foul smelling discharge.
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Which of the following nerves is responsible for the cremasteric reflex? Lateral femoral cutaneous nerve Femoral nerve Obturator nerve Genitofemoral nerve None of the above
The motor and sensory fibres of the genitofemoral nerve are tested in the cremasteric reflex. A small contribution is also played by the ilioinguinal nerve and thus the reflex may be lost following an inguinal hernia repair.
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An 8 year old boy presents with symptoms of right knee pain. The pain has been present on most occasions for the past three months and the pain typically lasts for several hours at a time. On examination; he walks with an antalgic gait and has apparent right leg shortening. What is the most likely diagnosis? Perthes Disease Osteosarcoma of the femur Osteoarthritis of the hip Transient synovitis of the hip Torn medial meniscus
There are many causes of the irritable hip in the 10-14 year age group. Many of these may cause both hip pain or knee pain. Transient synovitis of the hip the commonest disorder but does not typically last for 3 months. An osteosarcoma would not usually present with apparent limb shortening unless pathological fracture had occurred. A slipped upper femoral epiphysis can cause a similar presentation although it typically presents later and with different patient characteristics.
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Idiopathic avascular necrosis of the femoral epiphysis of the femoral head Impaired blood supply to femoral head, causing bone infarction. New vessels develop and ossification occurs. The bone either heals or a subchondral fracture occurs.
Perthes disease
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Males 4x's greater than females Age between 2-12 years (the younger the age of onset, the better the prognosis) Limp Hip pain Bilateral in 20%
Perthes disease
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What can be used to stage Perthes disease?
Catterall staging
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Outline Catterall staging
1: clinical and histological features only 2: sclerosis with or without cystic chaanges and preservation of the articular surface 3: Loss of structural integrity of the femoral head. 4: loss of acetabular integrity
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A 42 year old man is admitted to surgery with acute appendicitis. He is known to have hypertension, psoriatic arthropathy and polymyalgia rheumatica. His medical therapy includes: Paracetamol 1g qds Codeine phosphate 30mg qds Bendrofluazide 2.5 mg od Ramipril 10mg od Methotrexate 7.5mg once a week Prednisolone 5mg od You are called by the core surgical trainee to assess this man as he has become delirious and hypotensive 2 hours after surgery. His blood results reveal: Na+132 mmol/l K+5.2 mmol/l Urea10 mmol/l Creatinine111 µmol/l Glucose3.5 CRP158 Hb10.2 g/dl Platelets156 \* 109/l WBC14 \* 109/l What is the most likely diagnosis? Septic shock secondary to appendicitis Neutropenic sepsis Phaeochromocytoma Perforated bowel Addisonian crisis
Features of an addisonian crisis: Hyponatraemia Hyperkalaemia Hypoglycaemia This man is on steroids for polymyalgia rheumatica. Surgery can precipitate acute adrenal deficiency. The diagnosis is further confirmed by the blood results of hyponatraemia, hyperkalaemia and hypoglycaemia. This patient urgently needs hydrocortisone.
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Management of Addisonian crisis
Hydrocortisone 100mg IM or IV 1L NS over 30-60 mins with dextrose if hypoglycaemic. Continue hydrocortisone 6o until patient is stable. Fludrocortisone is not required as high dose cortisol exerts weak MC action. Oral replacement may begin after 24 hours and be reduced to maintenance over 3-4 days.
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A 22 year old man is stabbed in the chest at the level of the junction between the sternum and manubrium. Which structure is at greatest risk? Left atrium Oesophagus Thyroid gland Inferior vena cava Aortic arch
At the level of the Angle of Louis (Manubriosternal angle), is the surface marking for the aortic arch. The oesophagus is posteriorly located and at less risk.
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What structures are found at the upper part of manubrium?
Left brachiocephalic vein Brachiocephalic artery Left common carotid Left subclavian artery
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What structures are found at the lower part of the manubrium/manubrio-sternal angle?
Costal cartilages of the 2nd ribs Transition point between superior and inferior mediastinum Arch of the aorta Tracheal bifurcation Union of the azygos vein and superior vena cava The thoracic duct crosses to the midline
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Which of these nerves passes through the greater and lesser sciatic foramina? Pudendal nerve Sciatic nerve Superior gluteal nerve Inferior gluteal nerve Posterior cutaneous nerve of the thigh
Structures passing through the lesser and greater sciatic foramina (medial to lateral): PIN Pudendal nerve Internal pudendal artery Nerve to obturator internus The pudendal nerve originates from the ventral rami of the second, third, and fourth sacral nerves (S2, S3, S4). It passes between the piriformis and coccygeus muscles and exits the pelvis through the the greater sciatic foramen. It crosses the spine of the ischium and reenters the pelvis through the lesser sciatic foramen. It passes through the pudendal canal. The pudendal nerve gives off the inferior rectal nerves. It terminates into 2 branches: perineal nerve, and the dorsal nerve of the penis or the dorsal nerve of the clitoris.
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What are the nerves found in the GSF?
Sciatic Nerve Superior and Inferior Gluteal Nerves Pudendal Nerve Posterior Femoral Cutaneous Nerve Nerve to Quadratus Femoris Nerve to Obturator internus
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What are the vessels found in the GSF?
Superior Gluteal Artery and vein Inferior Gluteal Artery and vein Internal Pudendal Artery and vein
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What is the use for piriformis w.r.t sciatic notch?
Piriformis The piriformis is a landmark for identifying structures passing out of the sciatic notch Above piriformis: Superior gluteal vessels Below piriformis: Inferior gluteal vessels, sciatic nerve (10% pass through it, \<1% above it), posterior cutaneous nerve of the thigh
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Boundaries of the GSF
Anterolaterally: greater sciatic notch Posteromedially: sacrotuberous ligament Inferior: sacrospinous ligament and ischial spine. Superior: anterior sacroiliac ligament
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Contents of the lesser sciatic foramen
Tendon of the obturator internus Pudendal nerve Internal pudendal artery and vein Nerve to the obturator internus
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A cervical rib is due to which of the following? Hyperplasia of the annulus fibrosus Proliferation of the nucleus pulposus Fusion of the transverse processes of the 6th and 7th cervical vertebrae An accessory cervical vertebra Elongation of the transverse processes of the 7th cervical vertebra
Cervical ribs occur as a result of the elongation of the transverse process of the 7th cervical vertebra. It is usually a fibrous band that attaches to the first thoracic rib.
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Positive Adsons test
Compression of the subclavian artery may produce absent radial pulse on clinical examination and in particular may result in a positive Adsons test (lateral flexion of the neck towards the symptomatic side and traction of the symptomatic arm- leads to obliteration of radial pulse)
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Operative approach for surgical management of cervical rib?
Transaxillary approach
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Theme: Acute abdominal pain A.Ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm B.Perforated peptic ulcer C.Perforated appendicitis D.Mesenteric infarction E.Small bowel obstruction F.Large bowel obstruction G.Pelvic inflammatory disease H.Mesenteric adenitis I.Pancreatitis J.None of the above A 75 year old man is admitted with sudden onset severe generalised abdominal pain, vomiting and a single episode of bloody diarrhoea. On examination he looks unwell and is in uncontrolled atrial fibrillation. Although diffusely tender his abdomen is soft A 19 year old lady is admitted with lower abdominal pain. On examination she is diffusely tender. A laparoscopy is performed and at operation multiple fine adhesions are noted between the liver and abdominal wall. Her appendix is normal. A 78 year old man is walking to the bus stop when he suddenly develops severe back pain and collapses. On examination he has a blood pressure of 90/40 and pulse rate of 110. His abdomen is distended and he is obese. Though tender his abdomen itself is soft.
Mesenteric infarction In mesenteric infarction there is sudden onset of pain together with vomiting and occasionally passage of bloody diarrhoea. The pain present is usually out of proportion to the physical signs. Pelvic inflammatory disease This is Fitz Hugh Curtis syndrome in which pelvic inflammatory disease (usually Chlamydia) causes the formation of fine peri hepatic adhesions. Ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm This will be a retroperitoneal rupture (anterior ones generally don't survive to hospital). The debate regarding CT varies, it is the authors opinion that a systolic BP of \<100mmHg at presentation mandates immediate laparotomy.
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Which of the structures listed below is not a content of the carotid sheath? Internal jugular vein Internal carotid artery Vagus nerve Recurrent laryngeal nerve Common carotid artery
Contents of carotid sheath: Common carotid artery Internal carotid artery Internal jugular vein Vagus nerve
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A 38 year old women undergoes a gastric bypass procedure. Post operatively she attends the clinic and complains that following a meal she develops vertigo and develops crampy abdominal pain. What is the most likely underlying explanation? Insulin resistance Irritable bowel syndrome Biliary colic Dumping syndrome Enterogastric reflux
Dumping syndrome, which can be divided into early and late, may occur following gastric surgery. It occurs as a result of a hyperosmolar load rapidly entering the proximal jejunum. Osmosis drags water into the lumen, this results in lumen distension (pain) and then diarrhoea. Excessive insulin release also occurs and results in hypoglycaemic symptoms.
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Which form of gastrectomy typically gives the best functional outcomes?
Roux en Y
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What are some post-gastrectomy syndromes?
Small capacity (early satiety) Dumping syndrome Bile gastritis Afferent loop syndrome Efferent loop syndrome Anaemia (B12 deficiency) Metabolic bone disease
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Theme: Management of testicular disorders A.Fine needle aspiration cytology B.Excision biopsy C.Orchidectomy via an inguinal approach D.Lords procedure E.Orchidectomy via a scrotal approach F.Division of patent processus vaginalis via an inguinal approach G.Division of patent processus vaginalis via a scrotal approach H.Fowler Stephens procedure I.Immediate scrotal exploration J.Conservative management Please select the most appropriate management for the following testicular disorders. Each option may be used once, more than once or not at all. An 85 year old man is diagnosed as having prostate cancer and is considered suitable for hormonal ablation. However, he does not want the repeated injections of GnRH analogues. A 33 year old man presents with a painless lump in his left testes. USS and blood tests are suspicious for teratoma. A 4 year old boy is brought to the clinic by his mother. He has a swelling in his right hemiscrotum. On examination is transilluminates brilliantly.
Orchidectomy via a scrotal approach At one time bilateral orchidectomy was performed routinely when prostate cancer was diagnosed (sometimes under the same anaesthetic). A combination of modern agents (GnRH analogues) and better consent processes have made this almost obsolete. Where required a scrotal approach should be used. Orchidectomy via an inguinal approach Oncological orchidectomy is routinely performed via an inguinal approach to avoid contamination of another lymphatic field. Division of patent processus vaginalis via an inguinal approach Ligation of the patent processus vaginalis is performed via an inguinal approach. There is no indication for scrotal surgery for hydrocele in young children.
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Epidemiology of testicular cancer
Commonest malignancy in men aged 20-30 years. 95% of testicular cancers are germ cell tumours Germ cell tumours can be seminomatous or non-seminomatous
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Testicular tumour: Commonest subtype (50%) Average age at diagnosis = 40 Even advanced disease associated with 5 year survival of 73%
Seminoma
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Tumour markers in seminomas
AFP normal HCG elevated in 10% LDH levated in 10-20%
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Tumour markers in non seminomatous germ cell tumours
AFP elevated in 70% HCG in 40% Other markers rarely helpful
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Subtypes of non seminomatous germ cell tumours
Teratoma Yolk sac tumour Choriocarcinoma Mixed germ cell tumours
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Pathology of seminomas
Sheet like lobular patterns of cells with substantial fibrous component. Fibrous septa contain lymphocytic inclusions and granulomas may be seen.
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Pathology of non seminomatous germ cell tumours
Heterogenous texture with occasional ectopic tissue such as hair
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RFs for testicular cancer
Cryptorchidism Infertility Family history Klinefelter's syndrome Mumps orchitis
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What is a recognised non infective cause of epididymitis
Amiodarone
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A 40 year old man undergoes a complex appendicectomy and the wound fails to heal satisfactorily. The wound site itself is associated with multiple sinuses and fistulas. Pus is sent for microbiology and shows gram positive organisms and sulphur granules. What is the most likely underlying diagnosis? Infection with Staphylococcus aureus Infection with Bacteroides fragilis Actinomycosis Crohns disease Ulcerative colitis
The presence of chronic sinuses together with gram positive organisms and sulphur granules is highly suggestive of Actinomycosis. Crohns disease is associated with multiple fistulae, but not gram positive organisms with sulphur granules.
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Features of actinomycosis
Chronic, progressive granulomatous disease caused by filamentous gram positive anaerobic bacteria from the Actinomycetaceae family. Actinomyces are commensal bacteria that become pathogenic when a mucosal barrier is breached. The disease most commonly occurs in the head and neck, although it may also occur in the abdominal cavity and in the thorax. The mass will often enlarge across tissue planes with the formation of multiple sinus tracts. Abdominopelvic actinomycosis occurs most frequently in individuals that have had appendicitis (65%) cases.
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Pathology of actinomycosis
On histological examination gram positive organisms and evidence of sulphur granules. Sulphur granules are colonies of organisms that appear as round or oval basophilic masses. They are also seen in other conditions such as nocardiosis.
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Treatment of actinomycosis
Long term antibiotic therapy usually with penicillin. Surgical resection is indicated for extensive necrotic tissue, non healing sinus tracts, abscesses or where biopsy is needed to exclude malignancy.
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Theme: Management of splenic trauma A.Splenectomy B.Angiography C.CT Scan D.Admit for bed rest and observation E.Ultrasound scan F.Splenic conservation G.MRI of the abdomen Please select the most appropriate intervention for the scenario given. Each option may be used once, more than once or not at all. A 7 year old boy falls off a wall the distance is 7 feet. He lands on his left side and there is left flank bruising. There is no haematuria. He is otherwise stable and haemoglobin is within normal limits. A 42 year old motorcyclist is involved in a road traffic accident. A FAST scan in the emergency department shows free intrabdominal fluid and a laparotomy is performed. At operation there is evidence of small liver laceration that has stopped bleeding and a tear to the inferior pole of the spleen. An 18 year old man is involved in a road traffic accident. A CT scan shows disruption of the splenic hilum and a moderate sized perisplenic haematoma.
The correct answer is Ultrasound scan This will demonstrate any overt splenic injury. A CT scan carries a significant dose of radiation. In the absence of haemodynamic instability or other major associated injuries the use of USS to exclude intraabdominal free fluid (blood) would seem safe when coupled with active observation. An USS will also show splenic haematomas. Splenic conservation As minimum damage, attempt conservation. Splenectomy Hilar injuries usually mandate splenectomy. The main risk with conservative management here is that he will rebleed and with hilar injuries this can be dramatic.
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Management: Small subcapsular haematoma Minimal intra abdominal blood No hilar disruption
Conservative
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Management: Increased amounts of intraabdominal blood Moderate haemodynamic compromise Tears or lacerations affecting \<50%
Laparotomy with conservation
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Management Hilar injuries Major haemorrhage Major associated injuries
Resection
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Technique in traumatic splenectomy
GA Long midline incision (+/- self-retainng retractor) Pack 4 quadrants of the abdomen Remove packs and assess splenic viability- hilar injuries and extensive parenchymal lacerations usually require splenectomy. Divide and ligate the short gastric vessels. Clamp the splenic artery and vein. (Two clamps allow for double ligation as a safety net) Be careful not to damage the pancreatic tail, it will need to be removed if this happens. Washout abdomen and place tube into the splenic bed. Some surgeons implant a portion of the spleen into the omentum. Patient will require prophylactic penicillin and PCV
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Elective splenectomy process
Elective splenectomy is a very different operation from that performed in the emergency setting. The spleen is often large (sometimes massive). Most cases can be performed laparoscopically. The spleen will often be macerated inside a specimen bag to facilitate extraction.
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Complications of splenectomy
Haemorrhage (may be early and either from short gastrics or splenic hilar vessels Pancreatic fistula (from iatrogenic damage to pancreatic tail) Thrombocytosis: prophylactic aspirin Encapsulated bacteria infection e.g. Strep. pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae and Neisseria meningitidis
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A 48 year old lady undergoes a laparotomy and a retroperitoneal tumour is identified. The surgeons suspect that the lesion is a liposarcoma. Which of the following is not typical of liposarcomas? They are the most common variant of sarcoma in adults Core biopsies in low grade liposarcomas may be normal May have a pseudocapsule It is unlikely in a lesion measuring less than 5cm Pulmonary metastasis are more likely than regional nodal involvement
Malignant fibrous histiocytoma is the commonest variant of sarcoma and liposarcoma the second most common. The presence of a pseudocapsule should be borne in mind when performing surgery, as incomplete removal will result in local recurrence.
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Malignant fibrous histiocytoma
is a sarcoma that may arise in both soft tissue and bone.
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Features that should raise suspicion for sarcoma
Large \>5cm soft tissue mass Deep tissue location or intra muscular location Rapid growth Painful lump
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Assessment of sacroma
Imaging of suspicious masses should utilise a combination of MRI, CT and USS. Blind biopsy should not be performed prior to imaging and where required should be done in such a way that the biopsy tract can be subsequently included in any resection.
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Sarcoma Commoner in males Incidence of 0.3 / 1, 000, 000 Onset typically between 10 and 20 years of age Location by femoral diaphysis is commonest site Histologically it is a small round tumour Blood borne metastasis is common and chemotherapy is often combined with surgery
Ewings sarcoma
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Mesenchymal cells with osteoblastic differentiation 20% of all primary bone tumours Incidence of 5 per 1,000,000 Peak age 15-30, commoner in males Limb preserving surgery may be possible and many patients will receive chemotherapy
Osteosarcoma
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Malignancy of adipocytes Rare, approximately 2.5 per 1,000,000. They are the second most common soft tissue sarcoma Typically located in deep locations such as retroperitoneum Affect older age group usually \>40 years of age May be well differentiated and thus slow growing although may undergo de-differentiation and disease progression Many tumours will have a pseudocapsule that can misleadingly allow surgeons to feel that they can 'shell out' these lesions. In reality, tumour may invade at the edge of the pseudocapsule and result in local recurrence if this strategy is adopted Usually resistant to radiotherapy, although this is often used in a palliative setting
Liposarcoma
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Tumour with large number of histiocytes Most common sarcoma in adults Also described as undifferentiated pleomorphic sarcoma NOS (i.e. Cell of origin is not known) Four major subtypes are recognised: storiform-pleomorphic (70% cases), myxoid (less aggressive), giant cell and inflammatory Treatment is usually with surgical resection and adjuvant radiotherapy as this reduces the likelihood of local recurrence
Malignant Fibrous Histiocytoma
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A 63 year old lady with metastatic breast cancer presents with bone pain. Radiological tests show a metastatic lytic deposit to her femoral shaft. The lesion occupies 75% of the bone diameter. What is the most appropriate management? Surgical fixation with a dynamic compression plate Hemi-arthroplasty Fixation with intramedullary nail Radical radiotherapy Chemotherapy
Fixation with intramedullary nail Even with surgical fixation only 30% of pathological fractures unite. The type of fixation should be chosen accordingly. A lesion of this nature is at high risk of spontaneous fracture. Whilst radiotherapy may palliate her symptoms of pain it will not reduce the risk of fracture. In fit patients, an intramedullary nail should be inserted. Very proximal lesions may be best managed by a total hip replacement
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Features of pathological fracture
Osteolytic lesions are the greatest risk for pathological fracture The risk and load required to produce fracture varies according to bone site. Bones with lesions that occupy 50% or less will be prone to fracture under loading (Harrington). When 75% of the bone is affected the process of torsion about a bony fulcrum may produce a fracture.
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What can be used to help determine the risk of fracture in pathological fracutre?
Mirel Scoring system
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As a busy surgical trainee on the colorectal unit you are given the unenviable task of reviewing the unit's histopathology results for colonic polyps. Which of the polyp types described below has the greatest risk of malignant transformation? Hyperplastic polyp Tubular adenoma Villous adenoma Hamartomatous polyp Serrated polyp
Villous adenomas carry the highest risk of malignant transformation. Hyperplastic polyps carry little in the way of increased risk. Although, patients with hamartomatous polyp syndromes may have a high risk of malignancy, the polyps themselves have little malignant potential.
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Which of the following types of growth plate fractures may have similar radiological appearances? Salter Harris types 1 and 5 Salter Harris types 4 and 5 Salter Harris types 3 and 5 Salter Harris types 1 and 2 Salter Harris types 1 and 3
Mnemonic: SALTER S (Type 1): Straight through the growth plate A (Type 2): Above - through growth plate and Above involving the metaphysis L (Type 3): Lower -through growth plate and beLow involving the epiphysis T (Type 4):Through - Through both metaphysis, epiphysis and growth plate E (Type 5): Everything - Crush / compression injury R (Type 5): Ruined As recommended by one of our users Salter Harris injury types 1 and 5 (transverse fracture through growth plate Vs. Compression fracture) may mimic each other radiologically. Type 5 injuries have the worst outcomes. Radiological signs of type 5 injuries are subtle and may include narrowing of the growth plate.
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A 56 year old surgeon has been successfully operating for many years. Over the past few weeks she has begun to notice that her hands are becoming blistering and weepy. A latex allergy is diagnosed. Which of the following pathological processes accounts for this scenario? Type 1 hypersensitivity reaction Type 2 hypersensitivity reaction Type 4 hypersensitivity reaction Type 3 hypersensitivity reaction None of the above
Hypersensitivity reactions: ACID type 1 --Anaphylactic type 2 --Cytotoxic type 3 --Immune complex type 4 --Delayed hypersensitivity Contact dermatitis of a chronic nature is an example of a type 4 hypersensitivity reaction. Type 4 hypersensitivity reactions are cell mediated rather than antibody mediated.
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Mediator in T1HS
IgE
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Mediator in T2HS
IgG, IgM
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Mediator in T3HS
IgG, IgA, IgM
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Mediator in T4HS
T-cells
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Antigens in HS reactions
T1: exogenous T2: cell surface T3: soluble T4: Tissues
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Which vitamin is involved in the formation of collagen? Vitamin A Vitamin B Vitamin C Vitamin D Vitamin E
Vitamin C is needed for the hydroxylation of proline during collagen synthesis.
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Features of osteogenesis imperfecta
-8 Subtypes -Defect of type I collagen -In type I the collagen is normal quality but insufficient quantity -Type II- poor quantity and quality -Type III- Collagen poorly formed, normal quantity -Type IV- Sufficient quantity but poor quality Patients have bones which fracture easily, loose joint and multiple other defects depending upon which sub type they suffer from.
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Features of Ehlers Danlos
- Multiple sub types - Abnormality of types 1 and 3 collagen - Patients have features of hypermobility. - Individuals are prone to joint dislocations and pelvic organ prolapse. In addition to many other diseases related to connective tissue defects.
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A 56 year old motorcyclist is involved in a road traffic accident and sustains a displaced femoral shaft fracture. No other injuries are identified on the primary or secondary surveys. The fracture is treated with closed, antegrade intramedullary nailing. The following day the patient becomes increasingly agitated and confused. On examination he is pyrexial, hypoxic SaO2 90% on 6 litres O2, tachycardic and normotensive. Systemic examination demonstrates a non blanching petechial rash present over the torso. What is the most likely explanation for this? Pulmonary embolism with paradoxical embolus Fat embolism Meningococcal sepsis Alcohol withdrawl Chronic sub dural haematoma
Triad of symptoms: Respiratory Neurological Petechial rash (tends to occur after the first 2 symptoms) This man has a recent injury and physical signs that would be concordant with fat embolism syndrome. Meningococcal sepsis is not usually associated with hypoxia initially. Pulmonary emboli are not typically associated with pyrexia.
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Imaging in fat emboli
May be normal Fat emboli tend to lodge distally and therefore CTPA may not show any vascular occlusion, a ground glass appearance may be seen at the periphery
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Treatment of fat embolism
Prompt fixation of long bone fractures Some debate regarding benefit Vs. risk of medullary reaming in femoral shaft/ tibial fractures in terms of increasing risk (probably does not). DVT prophylaxis General supportive care
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A 73 year old lady is admitted with brisk rectal bleeding. Despite attempts at resuscitation the bleeding proceeds to cause haemodynamic compromise. An upper GI endoscopy is normal. A mesenteric angiogram is performed and a contrast blush is seen in the region of the sigmoid colon. The radiologist decides to embolise the vessel supplying this area. At what spinal level does it leave the aorta? L2 L1 L4 L3 T10
The inferior mesenteric artery leaves the aorta at L3. It supplies the left colon and sigmoid. Its proximal continuation to communicate with the middle colic artery is via the marginal artery.
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Location of the subcostal plane
Lowest margin of the 10th costal cartilage
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Intercristal plane
L4 (highest point of iliac crest)
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Intertubercular plane
L5
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|MA level
L3
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Aortic bifurcation level
L4
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Formation of IVC level
L5
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Vena cava pierces diaphragm at
T8
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Oesophagus pierces diaphragm at
T10
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Aortic hiatus is at
T12