Enlarged Abdomens Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 7 causes of enlarged abdomens
A
Fat
Fluid - ascites
Flatulence - gastric dilation
Faeces - megacolon
(F)organomegaly
(F)tumour
Foetus
2
Q
Types of fluid found in the abdomen
A
Low protein transudate
Modified transudate
Chyle (rare)
Exudate
Bile
Urine
Blood
3
Q
Differentials for Low protein transudate in abdomen
A
Portal hypertension (chronic liver disease)
Severe hypoalbuminamia
Non-exfoliating neoplasia
4
Q
Differentials for modified transudate in abdomen
A
Sinusoidal hypertension
RCHF
Liver disease
Non-exfoliating neoplasia
5
Q
Differentials for exudate in abdomen
A
Infection
Ruptured viscus
Underlying cancer
Pancreatitis
Prostatitis
6
Q
Differentials for blood in abdomen
A
Haemangiosarcoma
Trauma
Bleeding disorder
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