IBD surgery Flashcards
1
Q
Aetiology of IBD
A
Genetic
Infection
Hypersensitivity
2
Q
Define acute severe attack of UC
A
> 6 stools/day with;
Pyrexia, anaemia, Tachycardia (two or more)
3
Q
Emergency surgery in IBD indicated when:
A
Toxic megacolon
Colonic perforation
Massive haemorrhage
4
Q
Urgent surgery in IBD indicated when:
A
Failed medical therapy of acute attack (3-5 days high dose iv steroids)
5
Q
Elective surgery in IBD indicated when:
A
Chronic ill health
Risk of malignancy
6
Q
How to manage anal fistulae in Chron’s
A
Setons rather than fistulotomy
