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Gastric outlet obstruction Flashcards

1
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What is gastric outlet obstruction?

A

Obstruction at the level of the pylorus

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What is the pylorus?

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Exit of the stomach into the duodenum

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3
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Causes of GOO? (3)

A

Stricture
Ulcer
Cancer (pancreatic)

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4
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Symptoms of gastric outlet obstruction? (3)

A

Vomiting
Early satiety
Weight loss

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Signs of gastric outlet obstruction? (5)

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Abdominal distension
Gastric splash
Dehydration (loss of H+ & Cl- in vomit)
Metabolic alkalosis
Renal impairment
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Investigations of GOO? (2)

A

Upper GI endoscopy

Blood tests

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What will the blood tests show in GOO? (4)

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Low Cl
Low Na
Low K
Renal impairment

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Treatment of GOO? (2)

A

Endoscopic balloon dilatation

Surgery

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