30 Questions
Which dietary factor is associated with an increased risk of colon cancer?
Red meat
What type of polyp is more likely to be malignant?
Sessile polyps
Which region of the colon is most frequently affected by colorectal cancer?
Recto-sigmoid region
What can significantly improve outcomes in the treatment of colorectal cancer?
Regular screenings
What can lead to peritonitis?
Rupture of the gastrointestinal tract
Which condition is characterized by the absence of nerve ganglia in the distal rectum, resulting in a functional obstruction of the bowel?
Hirschsprung's Disease
What is the main symptom of Hirschsprung's Disease in newborns?
Failure to pass meconium
What is the cause of Imperforate Anus?
Embryological accident
Which organ plays a significant role in the digestion of fats by aiding in the breakdown and absorption of dietary fats?
Gallbladder
What can happen if there are blockages or obstructions within the bile ducts?
Jaundice
Which of the following is a symptom of pancreatic cancer?
Itchy skin
What is the median survival for untreated cases of pancreatic cancer?
3.5 months
What determines the choice of treatment for pancreatic cancer?
Extent of the disease
What is the prognosis for pancreatic cancer?
Poor prognosis in all cases
How can early detection and treatment affect the prognosis for pancreatic cancer?
Significantly improve the prognosis
Which imaging technique is often used as the initial diagnostic examination for suspected gallstones?
Abdominal ultrasound
What is the term used to describe the radiographic examination of the biliary ducts?
Cholangiogram
What is obstructive jaundice?
A condition where there is a blockage in the bile ducts
What is the purpose of percutaneous transhepatic cholangiography (PTC)?
To visualize the biliary ducts and identify the location and cause of obstruction
What is the procedure used to remove the gallbladder?
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
Which condition is often associated with gallstones and can cause symptoms such as severe abdominal pain, nausea, and fever?
Cirrhosis of the Liver
What is the leading cause of cirrhosis?
Alcohol abuse
What is the most common type of liver cancer, often arising in the context of cirrhosis?
Hepatocellular Carcinoma
What imaging techniques are typically used to diagnose hepatocellular carcinoma?
CT and MRI scans
What are some risk factors associated with pancreatic cancer?
All of the above
Which procedure is used to assess the patency of the bile ducts and detect any blockages or abnormalities?
T-Tube Cholangiography
Which procedure is performed during gallbladder surgery to check if the ducts responsible for carrying bile are open and not blocked?
Operative Cholangiography
Which procedure involves the use of a flexible endoscope with a camera passed through the mouth and into the duodenum to diagnose and treat biliary and pancreatic conditions?
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
Which condition is characterized by yellowing of the skin and eyes due to an excess of bilirubin in the body?
Jaundice
Which disease refers to the formation of gallstones in the gallbladder or bile ducts?
Cholelithiasis
Test your knowledge on Operative Cholangiography and its crucial role in gallbladder surgery. Learn about the purposes of this procedure, such as assessing duct system patency and detecting duct injuries. Challenge yourself with questions about the importance of proper bile flow and digestion.
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