Recall May Part 1 2024 Flashcards
What is the surgery indication for a popliteal artery aneurysm?
Diameter > 2.5 cm
What is the surgery indication for splenic and renal artery aneurysms?
Diameter ≥ 2 cm
What is the preferred investigation for a primary brain tumor?
MRI
What stage is Duke C3 in colorectal cancer (CR) and what surgery is indicated?
Duke C3 (local lymph node involvement); Full colectomy
What enzyme is related to the efficacy and metabolism of allopurinol?
Cytochrome P450 (CPY 450)
What genetic testing is recommended before starting allopurinol in certain populations?
HLA-B*5801 screening
What imaging is used for anterior and lateral neck masses versus posterior neck masses?
Anterior and Lateral Neck: Ultrasound; Posterior Neck: CT for high malignancy suspicion
What is the likely cause of toddler diarrhea?
Lactose intolerance
How do the histories of appendicitis and mesenteric adenitis typically differ?
Mesenteric Adenitis: Long history of symptoms; Appendicitis: Acute presentation
What hormone level is indicative of a prolactinoma?
Prolactin > 4000
What initial management step is recommended for SVT with a heart rate > 200 and < 200?
> 200: Consider electrical shock if unstable; <200: Use Valsalva maneuver; if ineffective, consider adenosine
How does the location and pain of lymph nodes indicate infection or non-infection?
Painless Below Ligament: Likely non-infected; Painful: Likely infected
Which nodes are located above and below the inguinal ligament?
Above Inguinal Ligament: Inguinal nodes; Below Inguinal Ligament: Femoral nodes
What follow-up procedure is indicated for HPV types 16 and 18 in cervical cancer screening?
Colposcopy
What are common causes of nocturia in men?
BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia) and prostate cancer
What mnemonic helps remember the causes of acute pancreatitis, and which two causes are specifically mentioned?
“I GET SMASHED” - Steroids and Scorpion can cause pancreatitis”
• I: Idiopathic (unknown cause) • G: Gallstones • E: Ethanol (alcohol) • T: Trauma • S: Steroids • M: Mumps (and other infections) • A: Autoimmune disease • S: Scorpion sting • H: Hypercalcemia / Hyperlipidemia • E: ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography) • D: Drugs (certain medications)
What is a common symptom of temporal arteritis?
Headache in 70-80% of patients
What are the symptoms and treatment for salivary duct issues related to chewing problems and high temperature?
Chewing Problem: Obstruction (sialolithiasis); High Temperature: Sialadenitis (infection); Treat bacterial infection with ceftriaxone
What type of fractures are indicated by horizontal and vertical patterns in orbital fractures?
Horizontal: Zygomatic fractures; Vertical: Orbital fractures
What are the initial and best investigations for mesenteric ischemia, and associated findings?
Initial: X-ray (thumbprinting sign); Best: CT angiography; Associated: Lactic acidosis, AF on ECG
What are the typical early and late post-operative complications related to stents?
Early: Stent cardiac tamponade; Late: Stent thrombosis (e.g., 5 days)
How do TSH levels differ in secondary hypothyroidism and subclinical hypothyroidism?
Secondary Hypothyroidism: TSH normal, issues outside thyroid; Subclinical Hypothyroidism: Elevated TSH, normal T3/T4
What is the recommended change in antipsychotic medication for schizophrenia with delusions?
Stop haloperidol, start quetiapine
What is the initial and best investigation for suspected PE in pregnant women?
Initial: ECG if no VQ scan available; Best: CTPA
How do ACL and meniscus injuries typically present regarding swelling?
ACL: Immediate swelling; Meniscus: Swelling later
What is the first step in the infertility workup?
Test sperm before evaluating the woman