post-op complications Flashcards
1
Q
how can you classify post-op complications?
A
timing - immediate, early, late
local vs generalised
specific vs general
2
Q
general coplications
A
Anaesthetic Bed sores Chest infection DVT/PE Electrolyte imbalance Fluid overload/dehydration Gastritis + stress ulcers Haemorrhage Infection - urine, wound Ileus Urinary retention Wound dehiscence
3
Q
complication of pan-procto-colectomy
A
damage to presacral plexus
4
Q
complication of thyroidectomy
A
damage to recurrent laryngeal nerve
5
Q
complication of THR
A
damage to sciatic nerve
6
Q
complication of lap chole
A
biliary peritonitis
