Umbilical Swelling
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What are the two types of hernias?

  • Simple and complex hernias
  • Reducible and irreducible hernias (correct)
  • Benign and malignant hernias
  • Congenital and acquired hernias

Which size of hernia has the highest risk of strangulation?

  • All sizes have the same risk
  • Large hernias
  • Small hernias
  • Medium hernias (correct)

What are the possible complications related to herniation?

  • Failure to survive
  • Failure to suckle
  • Vocalisation associated with pain
  • All of the above (correct)

Can congenital hernias be hereditary?

<p>Yes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of hernia may require surgical intervention?

<p>Large hernia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the communication between the bladder and umbilicus called?

<p>Urachus (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for small hernias?

<p>Natural resolution (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the signs of strangulated intestine in animals?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Can hernias be acquired?

<p>Yes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the cardinal sign of patent urachus?

<p>Urine dribbling from the umbilicus (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which tool is useful for diagnosing patent urachus?

<p>Ultrasound (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using constricting bands around a hernia?

<p>To cause fibrosis and scarring (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for umbilical infections?

<p>Resection of infected structures (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of marsupialization in the management of umbilical infections?

<p>To remove the infected structures from the abdominal cavity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the cause of strangularity in Meckel's diverticulum?

<p>Congenital abnormality (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using silver nitrate or iodine in the treatment of hernias?

<p>To cause fibroplasia and granulation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential complication of umbilical infections if left untreated?

<p>Systemic disease (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of applying antiseptic solutions to the umbilicus after birth?

<p>To limit environmental contamination of the site (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the potential complications of herniation?

<p>Potential complications of herniation include strangulation of the intestine and sepsis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do congenital hernias differ from acquired hernias?

<p>Congenital hernias are present at birth and can be hereditary, while acquired hernias develop later in life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the umbilicus in herniation?

<p>The umbilicus can be the site of a defect in the umbilical wall, leading to herniation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the communication between the bladder and umbilicus called?

<p>The communication between the bladder and umbilicus is called a persistent urachus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the signs of strangulated intestine in animals?

<p>Signs of strangulated intestine in animals include failure to survive, failure to suckle, vocalization associated with pain, and biochemical and hematological markers associated with sepsis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for large hernias?

<p>Large hernias often require surgical intervention for repair.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the possible causes of swelling in the umbilical region?

<p>Possible causes of swelling in the umbilical region include defects in the umbilical wall, infections, and a persistent urachus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the potential complications of a patent urachus?

<p>Infection and uroperitoneum</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of ultrasound in the diagnosis of umbilical infections?

<p>To determine the involved structures for resection</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the treatment for umbilical abscesses?

<p>Lancing</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach for managing systemic disease in umbilical infections?

<p>Lancing abscesses or managing systemic disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of applying antiseptic solutions to the umbilicus after birth?

<p>To limit environmental contamination and prevent infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the cardinal signs of a patent urachus?

<p>Urine dribbling from the umbilicus</p> Signup and view all the answers

What surgical technique can be used to close infected structures in umbilical infections?

<p>Marsupialization</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the potential complications of localized umbilical infection?

<p>Synovial sepsis or joint ill</p> Signup and view all the answers

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