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What test is useful in detecting the source of colonic bleeding when it is of moderate or high rate.
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Angiography
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How do you treat most cases of diverticulitis?
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Admit patient
IV hydration NPO IV antibiotics (AG and coverage for B. fragilis) |
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When is immediate resection of the colon and temporary diverting colostomy and a Hartmann pouch indicated with diverticulitis?
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In the case of perforation, obstruction, or abscess
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What is the MC organ involved in distant colorectal metastases?
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the liver
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How do you treat Colorectal CA?
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5-fluorouracil (5-FU)
5-FU used in combination with levamisole lowers mortality in patients with Dukes' C tumors. Radiation combined with 5-FU |
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What is the DOC for inflammatory bowel disease?
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Azulfidinel
Sulfasalazine Prednisone |
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How do you diagnose UC and Chron's?
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The mainstay of diagnosis is endoscopy with biopsy
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What is the treatment for mild forms of UC and Crohn's?
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Antidiarrheal agents
Bulking agents |
