Crohn's Disease Flashcards
1
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Clinical Presentation (5)
A
Young age Chronic, worsening abdominal pain Non-bloody Diarrhea Malnutrition/weight loss Barium Enema: dilated loops with air-fluid levels
2
Q
Pathological Characteristics (4)
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Transmural inflammation
skip lesions
Neutrophilic Granulomas
Mouth to Anus Distribution
3
Q
Cause
A
Unknown
4
Q
Radiographic Features (3)
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Thumb Printing
String Sign
Ulcers/Fistulas/Fissures
5
Q
Indications for surgery (5)
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Intestinal Obstruction Symptomatic Fistulas/Disabling Perineal Disease GI Perforation or Abscess Intestinal Hemorrhage Intestinal Carcinoma