Pathologies Related to the Pelvis and Hip Flashcards
function of colon and rectum
colon = dehydrate food and form into stool; bacteria feed on waste and break down further
rectum = stool stored prior to bowel movement
incidence/prevalence of colorectal cancer
3rd most common cancer
2nd leading cause of cancer death
most commonly metastasizes to thorax
risk factors for colorectal cancer
> 50
family hx
male
IBS
obesity
smoking/alcohol
diets low in veggies and high in sugar and animal fat
pathogenesis of colorectal cancer
malignant neoplasm that develops in large intestines
possible Hx for colorectal cancer
cancer S&S
possible referred pain that is dull/diffuses to L lower quadrant (T10-S2)
change in bowel/bladder function; possible obstruction
bloody (hallmark) or black stool
observation for colorectal cancer
wavelike motion in lower L quadrant if obstructed
lymph node findings for cancer
abnormal
> 2cm
firm/immobile
Non tender
signs that you may find with colorectal cancer
pain with palpation and percussion in lower left quadrant with inflammation
vital signs = fever
PT implications for colorectal pain
ensure routine screening i.e. colonoscopy beginning at 45
exercise helps bowel function and transit time
urgent referral to MD
function of cervix
sex cell motility
protect from bacteria/foreign objects
path for birthing
risk factors and etiology for cervical cancer
human papillomavirus (HPV) is primary risk factor
drug and alcohol use that inhibits judgement
> 5 sexual partners
has become very preventable
incidence/prevalence for cervical cancer
3rd most common female cancer behind breast and colorectal
increasing in younger females
how does HPV create a pathogenesis for cervical cancer
HPV limits neoplasm surpressors in cervix and allows malignant neoplasm to develop
Hx possible for cervical cancer
cancer S&S
pelvic/LBP
excessive and untimely bleeding
bowel/bladder and or sexual function due to pressure from enlarged cervix
PT implications if cervical cancer is suspected
ensure regular OB/GYN visits
HPV vaccine at 11-12; less effective after sexual activity
radiation decreases estrogen so decreased bone density may be a side effect; think about bony ramifications and diseases
URGENT REFERRAL
what is a chondrosarcoma (etiology, common locations and populations)
slow growing malignant neoplasm
sporadic and unkown etiology
common in pelvis/femur
middle aged males most affected