Transverse Colon Volvulus

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Which of the following is a predisposing factor for transverse colon volvulus?

Normal colon anatomy

Acute constipation

Fixation of the colon

Chronic constipation with megacolon (correct)

What is the radiographic appearance of transverse colon volvulus?

Similar to appendicitis

Similar to gastric volvulus

Similar to sigmoid volvulus (correct)

Similar to small bowel obstruction

What is the recommended treatment for transverse colon volvulus?

Colonoscopic detorsion

Antibiotic therapy

Emergent exploration and resection (correct)

Non-surgical management

Which of the following is the most common symptom of mucosal prolapse?

Mucus discharge Signup and view all the answers

What is the female-to-male ratio of prolapse in adults?

6:1 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary therapy for rectal prolapse?

Surgery Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common approach for abdominal operations in rectal prolapse?

Fixation of the rectum with a prosthetic mesh or fascia lata sling Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a perineal approach for rectal prolapse?

Tightening the anus with prosthetic materials Signup and view all the answers

Which operation offers the most durable repair for rectal prolapse?

Abdominal rectopexy Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is commonly associated with internal intussusception?

Colitis cystica profunda Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common symptom of rectal prolapse?

Rectal bleeding Signup and view all the answers

What is the prevalence of rectal prolapse in men?

Unrelated to age Signup and view all the answers

Which diagnostic tests may be useful in the preoperative evaluation of rectal prolapse?

Colonoscopy and barium enema Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common approach for perineal operations in rectal prolapse?

Tightening the anus with prosthetic materials Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for solitary rectal ulcer syndrome?

Nonoperative therapy Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is commonly associated with colitis cystica profunda?

Nodules or a mass in the distal rectum Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary evaluation method for excluding other diagnoses in patients with solitary rectal ulcer syndrome or colitis cystica profunda?

Colonoscopy or barium enema Signup and view all the answers