Mesenteric embolism/thrombosis - misc. Flashcards
1
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Give examples of pathologies causing the different severities of IBD.
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2
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What are the different causes of IBD?
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3
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What is the pathophysiology of IBD via transmural infarction?
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- Regardless of whether arterial or venous side is occluded, the infarction appears haemorrhagic because of blood reflow to the damage area.
- Within 1-4 days intestinal bacteria produce gangrene and perforate bowel.
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What is the clinical presentation of mesenteric embolism or thrombosis?
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- pain of infarction = severe + continuous
- quickly develops all hallmarks of peritonitis.
- generalised pain + vomiting
5
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What is a typical history of a patient with a mesenteric embolism or thrombosis?
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- angina,
- MI,
- intermittent claudication,
- TIA / stroke.
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