Colorectal Cancer Flashcards

1
Q

what percentage with rectal bleeding are diagnosed with colorectal cancer?

A

4%

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2
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investigation of choice for suspected colorectal cancer

A

Colonoscopy

-can be therapeutic as well as diagnostic

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3
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what is normally needed for colonoscopy, and what is essential (1 of each)

A

sedation normally

bowel prep essential

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4
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what is second standard investigation colorectal cancer suspect, and why would it be used

A

CT colonography - if the patient can’t have a colonoscopy for some reason

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5
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what is third standard investigation colorectal cancer suspect, and why would it be used

A

CT scan of abdomen/ pelvis

used if patient cannot have bowel prep

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6
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colostomy

A

connects colon to abdominal wall

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7
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ileostomy

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connects ileum of small intestine to abdominal wall

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