Surgical technique and technology Flashcards
1
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What three criteria are necessary for a visceral anastomosis to heal?
A
Adequate blood supply
Mucosal apposition
Minimal tension
2
Q
What is the ideal pressure in the abdomen during laparoscopic surgery?
A
12-15mmHg
3
Q
Why does H pylori cause gastric ulceration?
A
Produces urease which hydrolyses urea to ammonia, which caused the antral G cells to release gastrin via a negative feedback loop
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