Surgical Anatomy Flashcards
What surgical intervention can stop bleeding in gastric ulcers?
Topical application of adrenaline
What is the prevalence of colonrectal cancer?
1 in 20
What is achalasia?
A number of conditions where the lower oesophageal sphincter fails to relax
What the types of hiatus hernias?
Sliding
Rolling aka paraoesophageal
Volvulus
What leads to increased risk of ventral hernia?
Incisional scar
What are some common causes of small bowel obstructions?
Adhesions
Hernias
How often does gall bladder positioning vary from the standard anatomical position?
In 50% of patients
What structure lies posterior to the lower rectus abdominis?
Fascia transversalis
What are the most common reasons for gall bladder removal?
Gall stones
Inflammation
What is Meckel’s diverticulum?
A diverticulum due to the embryonic remanent of the omphalomesentric duct. Occurs in 2% of the population
