Colon Flashcards
1
Q
what metabolism occurs in colon?
A
K and H2O
2
Q
diarrhea
constipation
A
> /=3 loose/liquid BM/day
<3 BM/week
3
Q
MC polyp
A
tubular
villous has higher malignancy potential
4
Q
FAP
A
100% chance of cancer by age 40
5
Q
surgical optinos for FAP
A
TPC (total proctocolectomy) with ileo-anal-J-pouch
TAC with ileo-rectal anastomosis
6
Q
which has higher malignancy potential, crohns or UC?
A
UC
7
Q
MCC LBO
A
cancer, “apple core”
presents with constipation/obstipation
8
Q
surigcal options for diverticulitis
A
Sigmoid resection-take out sigmoid and attach descending colon to rectum
Hartman procedure-take sigmoid out and use colostomy (reversible)
Sigmoid resection with temporary loop ileostomy
Subtotal colectomy
9
Q
internal vs
external hemmorhoids
A
painless, BRBPR
sudden, severe pain
