GI17 Flashcards
1
Q
Duodenal Atresia.
A
- Early bilious vomiting
- Proximal stomach distention
- “Double Bubble” on X-ray
- Failure of recanalization of small bowel
- Ass. w/ Downs
2
Q
Meconium ileus.
A
- Cystic fibrosis
- Meconium plug obstructs intestine
- Prevents stool passage at birth
3
Q
Necrotizing enterocolitis.
A
- Necrosis of intestinal mucosa
- Possible perforation
- Colon usually involved (can involved entire GI tract)
- More common in PREEMIES
4
Q
Ischemic colitis.
A
- Reduction in intestinal blood flow causes ischemia
- PAIN out of proportion to physical finding
- Pain after eating
- Weight loss
- Elderly more common
5
Q
Where is the most common site for Ischemic colitis?
A
- Splenic flexure
- Distal colon
6
Q
Adhesion.
A
- Fibrous band of scar tissue
- Common after surgery
- Well-demarcated necrotic zone
- MOST common cause of small bowel obstruction
7
Q
Angiodysplasia.
A
- Tortuous dilation of vessels – Hematochezia
- Cecum, Terminal ileum, Ascending colon
- Older patients
8
Q
“Double Bubble” sign on X-ray.
A
Duodenal atresia
9
Q
Cystic fibrosis.
A
Meconium ileus
10
Q
Forms after surgery.
A
Adhesions
11
Q
Most common cause of small bowel obstruction.
A
Adhesions
12
Q
Commonly occurs at splenic flexure and distal colon.
A
Ischemic colitis
13
Q
More common in premature infants.
A
Necrotizing enterocolitis
