The Abdomen Flashcards
1
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Define abdominal compartment syndrome
A
Sustained intra abdominal pressure >20mmHg + new organ dysfunction
2
Q
What is Fitz-Hugh Curtis syndrome?
A
Disseminated chlamydia
PID, peri-hepatic inflammation, adhesion formation
3
Q
What is a spigelian hernia?
A
Interparietal hernia at level of arcuate line - usually lies between internal and external oblique. Lie lateral to rectus abdominis muscle
4
Q
What is Bochdalek hernia?
A
Congenital diaphragmatic hernia
More common on the left
Associated lung hypoplasia
5
Q
What are are umbilical hernias repaired?
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