colorectal surgery Flashcards
1
Q
What is the usual order of treatments for colon cancer
A
Surgery first and then chemotherapy
2
Q
What is the usual order of treatment for rectal cancer
A
Chemotherapy first and then surgery
3
Q
Describe the features of a ileostomy
A
Right illiac fossa
Liquid and looser stools
Spouted stoma appearnce
4
Q
Describe features of colostomy
A
Left illiac fossa
Solid stools
No spout
5
Q
What investigations are done to a polyp found in the colon
A
Polypectomy with hot snare and take to the lab to check if there is any malignancy
6
Q
What are the symptoms of colorectal cancer
A
Coliciky abdominal pain
Rectal bleeding
Change in bowel habits
Weight loss
Tenesmus
Fatigue
Vomiting
