GI Flashcards by Calum Forsyth | Brainscape

Q

main cause of gastroenteritis in kids?

A

rota

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investigations for gastroenteritis ?

A

stool PCR

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mesenteric adenitis - how does it present?

A

acute onset RIF pain (mimics appendicitis)

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what is mesenteric adenitis ?

A

inflammation of the mesenteric lymph nodes

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when does mesenteric adenitis occur?

A

secondary to viral infection

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what does mesenteric adenitis mimic?

A

appendicitis

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what would you find on examination in MA?

A

diffuse tenderness and cervical lymphadenopathy

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how would you see the enlarged lymph nodes in MA?

A

ultrasound

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if child can’t jump up and down with RIF pain?

A

appendicitis

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non blanching purpuric rash on buttocks and extensor surfaces?

A

HSP

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HSP is a small vessel vascultitis - antibodies?

A

IgA positive

ANCA negative

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possible urine symptoms in HSP?

A

glomerulonephritis and haematuria

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diagnosis of HSP ?

A

renal or skin biopsy

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