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HBV, HCV, and alcohol abuse are precursors to which of the following diseases?
HBV, HCV, and alcohol abuse are precursors to which of the following diseases?
- Cholelithiasis
- Diverticulitis
- Cirrhosis (correct)
- Duodenal ulcer
During cholangiography, bubbles in the contrast media would likely:
During cholangiography, bubbles in the contrast media would likely:
- Give the appearance of a stone on x-ray (correct)
- Cause a pulmonary embolus
- Rupture the cystic duct from pressure exerted during injection
- Pass undetected through the biliary system
A Whipple procedure is done for treatment of a tumor in which abdominal organ?
A Whipple procedure is done for treatment of a tumor in which abdominal organ?
- Pancreas (correct)
- Rectum
- Liver
- Spleen
Another name for a thyroid tenaculum is a:
Another name for a thyroid tenaculum is a:
Which potentially life-threatening disease or condition can result from untreated thyrotoxicosis?
Which potentially life-threatening disease or condition can result from untreated thyrotoxicosis?
Tetany is a serious potential post-op complication of which type of surgical intervention?
Tetany is a serious potential post-op complication of which type of surgical intervention?
What term describes a benign condition of breast enlargement in men?
What term describes a benign condition of breast enlargement in men?
Which stage of breast cancer is characterized by evidence of distal metastasis?
Which stage of breast cancer is characterized by evidence of distal metastasis?
Which anatomical structure is the largest mass of lymphatic tissue in the body?
Which anatomical structure is the largest mass of lymphatic tissue in the body?
Which of the following is NOT a region of the pancreas?
Which of the following is NOT a region of the pancreas?
The triangle of Calot is an anatomical space bounded by structures in which surgical procedure?
The triangle of Calot is an anatomical space bounded by structures in which surgical procedure?
What is achieved by insufflation of carbon dioxide into the abdominal cavity?
What is achieved by insufflation of carbon dioxide into the abdominal cavity?
Where is the gallbladder located in relation to the liver?
Where is the gallbladder located in relation to the liver?
What is the name of the fibrous and serous capsule that covers the liver?
What is the name of the fibrous and serous capsule that covers the liver?
For which surgical procedure would the Buie pile forceps be used?
For which surgical procedure would the Buie pile forceps be used?
A typical end-to-end bowel anastomosis is accomplished with which of the following suturing techniques?
A typical end-to-end bowel anastomosis is accomplished with which of the following suturing techniques?
In which of the following abdominal incisions would the linea alba be opened down to the peritoneum?
In which of the following abdominal incisions would the linea alba be opened down to the peritoneum?
Which incision is traditionally used for open appendectomy?
Which incision is traditionally used for open appendectomy?
A Maloney bougie dilator is used in which anatomical structure?
A Maloney bougie dilator is used in which anatomical structure?
Doyen, Kocher, Dennis, and Allen are names of which type of instrument?
Doyen, Kocher, Dennis, and Allen are names of which type of instrument?
What does TEP stand for in general surgery?
What does TEP stand for in general surgery?
What term is used for surgical opening of the abdominal or peritoneal cavity?
What term is used for surgical opening of the abdominal or peritoneal cavity?
Which type of hernia occurs below the abdominocrural crease and more frequently in females?
Which type of hernia occurs below the abdominocrural crease and more frequently in females?
What is another way of saying 'cephalad to caudad'?
What is another way of saying 'cephalad to caudad'?
Which fascial sheet is attached to the iliac crest, linea alba, and pubis?
Which fascial sheet is attached to the iliac crest, linea alba, and pubis?
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Study Notes
Liver Disease Precursors
- HBV, HCV, and alcohol abuse are precursors to cirrhosis.
Cholangiography
- Bubbles in contrast media can give the appearance of a stone on x-ray.
Whipple Procedure
- Performed for tumor treatment in the pancreas.
Thyroid Tenaculum
- Also known as Jacob tenaculum.
Thyrotoxicosis Complications
- Untreated thyrotoxicosis can lead to thyroid storm, a potentially life-threatening condition.
Post-operative Complications
- Tetany may occur after thyroidectomy/parathyroidectomy.
Breast Enlargement in Men
- Gynecomastia refers to benign breast enlargement in men.
Breast Cancer Stages
- Stage IV breast cancer is characterized by evidence of distal metastasis.
Largest Mass of Lymphatic Tissue
- The spleen is the largest mass of lymphatic tissue in the body.
Pancreas Regions
- Capsule is not considered a region of the pancreas.
Triangle of Calot
- An anatomical space relevant in cholecystectomy surgery.
Carbon Dioxide Insufflation
- Insufflation achieves pneumoperitoneum in the abdominal cavity.
Gallbladder Location
- Gallbladder is located on the inferior surface of the right lobe of the liver.
Liver Capsule
- Glisson's capsule is the fibrous and serous covering of the liver.
Buie Pile Forceps
- Used in hemorrhoidectomy procedures.
Bowel Anastomosis Techniques
- An end-to-end bowel anastomosis typically uses a one-layer, continuous technique for seromuscular approximation with absorbable sutures.
Abdominal Incisions
- Median vertical incision opens the linea alba down to the peritoneum.
Open Appendectomy
- The McBurney incision is traditionally used for open appendectomy.
Maloney Bougie Dilator
- Utilized in the esophagus.
Surgical Instruments
- Doyen, Kocher, Dennis, and Allen are types of intestinal clamps.
TEP in General Surgery
- TEP stands for totally extraperitoneal patch.
Surgical Opening
- Laparotomy refers to the surgical opening of the abdominal or peritoneal cavity.
Hernia Types
- Femoral hernia occurs below the abdominocrural crease and is more common in females.
Anatomical Directions
- "Cephalad to caudad" translates to head to tail.
Fascial Sheet
- Scarpa’s fascia is attached to the iliac crest, linea alba, and pubis.
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