Ch11 - Surgical Procedures (Urinary Patho) Flashcards
1
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Dialysis
A
treatment for renal failure; machine cleans the blood via a surgically created blood vessel called a fistula; peritoneal dialysis is for children and acute RF
2
Q
Lithotripsy
A
uses ultrasound to break up stones
3
Q
Transplant
A
PKD; untreated diabetes; Lupus
4
Q
Lithotomy
A
surgery to remove a stone
5
Q
Urinary Catheterization
A
placement of a flexible tube into bladder through the urethra to collect urine (CATH)