Chapter 8: Diseases and Conditions of the Digestive System: Prognosis Flashcards
What is the prognosis of Missing Teeth
good when proshesis or dental implants provide replacement
What is the prognosis of Impacted Third Molars
treatment of infection and extraction of impacted teeth solves issue
What is the prognosis of Dental Caries
good with prompt treatment; can spread quickly and cause abscess
What is the prognosis of Discolored Teeth
resolution possible within a range of treatments
What is the prognosis of Gingivitis
80% of adults will suffer from gingivitis in lifetime. Good outcome with treatment
What is the prognosis of Periodontitis
varies with extent of process, presence of complications, and effectiveness. Generally good
What is the prognosis of Oral Tumors
benign tumors are usually curable with excision
What is the prognosis of Malocclusion
favorable with treatment
What is the prognosis of Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Syndrome
respond well to resting of the joint and usually resolves
What is the prognosis of Tooth Abscesses
early intervention with a favorable response to antibiotic therapy
What is the prognosis of Mouth Ulcers
most heal spontaneously in a week
What is the prognosis of Herpes Simplex (Cold Sores)
clear up uneventfully in 1 to 2 weeks
What is the prognosis of Thrush
recur in some patients. Treatment as soon as possible because it can cause esophagitis
What is the prognosis of Necrotizing Periodontal Disease
improvement in days with treatment
What is the prognosis of Oral Leukoplakia
require monitoring because of risk of malignant transformation
What is the prognosis of Oral Cancer
large tumors or nodal metastases have worse prognosis
What is the prognosis of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
symptoms improve with drug therapy; ulcerations may occur
What is the prognosis of Esophageal Varices
have high morbidity and mortality rate than any other source of upper GI bleeding. 40% die with first episode
What is the prognosis of Esophagitis
good if patient follows treatment plan
What is the prognosis of Esophageal Cancer
associated with the stage, but is generally poor because cancer of both types. 5-year survival rate is 15%
What is the prognosis of Gastric and Duodenal Peptic Ulcers
can heal; following preventative measures after healing because PUD tends to recur
What is the prognosis of Gastritis
acute improve with conservative treatment; chronic is monitored for complications
What is the prognosis of Gastric Cancer
50% have advanced incurable. 20% survival over 5 years
What is the prognosis of Acute Appendicitis
complete recovering with prompt medical care. Laparoscopically allows faster recovery
What is the prognosis of Hiatal Hernia
good compliance with conservative measure results in control of symptoms
What is the prognosis of Abdominal Hernia
uncomplicated cases prognosis is good
What is the prognosis of Crohn’s Disease (Regional Enteritis)
high rate of recurrence and requires continuous treatment; high stress causes exacerbation
What is the prognosis of Ulcerative Colitis
severity varies from mild to fulminant; colon cancer increases with duration of disease
What is the prognosis of Gastroenteritis
self-limiting
What is the prognosis of Intestinal Obstruction
good for mechanical obstructive bowel conditions; tumors and malignancies different
What is the prognosis of Diverticulosis (Diverticular Disease)
good unless develops to diverticulitis
What is the prognosis for Diverticulitis
self-limiting; recovery more complicated when surgery is required or abscess is present
What is the prognosis of Colorectal Cancer
pathologic state remains best prognostic indicator; elevated CEA levels are bad
What is the prognosis of Pseudomembranous Enterocolitis
C. diff may develop due to antiinfection treatment
What is the prognosis of Short-Bowel Syndrome
quite well, remaining bowel takes time to adapt to increased nutrient absorption
What is the prognosis of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
can affect quality of life of patient; long duration of symptoms with longer duration reducing the chance of improvement
What is the prognosis of Peritonitis
without prompt and aggressive medical intervention it is life threatening
What is the prognosis of Hemorrhoids
procedures used to treat hemorrhoids produce good results
What is the prognosis of Cirrhosis of the Liver
early liver damage can be reversed; liver transplant improved outlook a lot
What is the prognosis of Hepatitis A
lasts 4 to 8 weeks. Revery is usually complete
What is the prognosis of Hepatitis B
can become carrier; prone to cirrhosis and liver cancer
What is the prognosis of Hepatitis C
20% get cirrhosis; develop chronic hepatits;
What is the prognosis of Cancer of the Liver
tumor size and severity of liver disease
What is the prognosis of Cholelithiasis (Gallstones)
mild cases, diet modification resolves symptoms
What is the prognosis of Cholecystitis
mild and uncomplicated have good prognosis; acute include gangrene of gallbladder
What is the prognosis of Acute and Chronic Pancreatitis
usually resolve within a week
What is the prognosis of Pancreatic Cancer
poor even after surgery resection: 5-year survival rate is 5% to 25% if lucky
What is the prognosis of Malnutrition
varies with nature and severity of malnutrition
What is the prognosis of Malabsorption Syndrome
expected when underlying causes are identified and successfully treated
What is the prognosis of Celiac Disease (Gluten Enteropathy)
lifelong glutten-free diet leads to recovery
What is the prognosis of Food Poisoning
varies with cause; generally good
What is the prognosis of Anorexia Nervosa
more favorable when the patient seeks help willingfully than by intervention
What is the prognosis of Bulimia
treatment may continue for years because recovery may be a slow process
What is the prognosis of Motion Sickness
good with prophylactic medication
