MSRA: HPB Flashcards

1
Q

What are the risk factors for gallstones?

A

Female
Obesity
Over 40
Pregnancy

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2
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What is the most common organism in ascending cholangitis?

A

E.coli

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3
Q

What is meant by Charcot’s triad?

A

RUQ pain, fever and jaundice

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4
Q

What is meant by Reynold’s pentad?

A

Charcot’s triad + hypotension + confusion

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5
Q

What is meant by gallstone ileus?

A

Small bowel obstrcution secondary to impacted gallstone

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6
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Which medication can be used for bile acid malabsorption following cholecystectomy?

A

Cholestyramine

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