obstruction Flashcards
1
Q
best test initial and confirmatory for obstruction?
A
CT with oral contrast
2
Q
Riglers sign?
A
double wall sign, air in the bowel wall
3
Q
distended loops of bowel >3cm, air fluid levels, paucity fo air in colon?
A
SBO
4
Q
PE findings difference in ileus vs obstruction?
A
hypoactive bowel sounds in ileus and hyperactive bowel sounds in obstruction
