High-Yield Concepts in Appendicitis and Peritonitis (Gastrointestinal Diseases) Flashcards
1
Q
Most common abdominal surgical emergency
A
Appendicitis
2
Q
Most common cause of appendiceal luminal obstruction leading to Acute Appendicitis (AA)
A
Fecalith
3
Q
Pathognomonic in AA
A
Sequence of abdominal discomfort and anorexia
4
Q
Most useful test in excluding genitourinary conditions that may mimic AA
A
Urinalysis
5
Q
Most common extrauterine condition requiring abdominal operation during pregnancy
A
Appendicitis
6
Q
Most common period of occurrence of AA during Pregnancy
A
Second trimester
7
Q
Best diagnostic exam for AA during pregnancy
A
Ultrasound
8
Q
Cardinal manifestations of Peritonitis
A
Acute abdominal painand tenderness, usually with fever
9
Q
Most common causes of localized Peritonitis
A
Uncomplicated appendicitis and diverticulitis
