Rectal Foreign Body On X-ray (Abdomen and Pelvis)
Rectal Foreign Body X-ray This abdominal X-ray reveals a foreign object lodged within the rectum, highlighting the importance of imaging […]
Abdominal Surgery
Abdominal Surgery
Elective Laparoscopic Splenectomy Procedure
Laparoscopic splenectomy has emerged as the preferred approach for spleen resection in most clinical scenarios, offering advantages such as reduced
Abdominal Surgery
Colonic Diverticulitis: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
Colonic diverticulitis is a significant complication of colonic diverticulosis and a key aspect of diverticular disease. While diverticulosis is often
Acute Appendicitis Management: Conservative And Surgical
Introduction Acute appendicitis occurs when the appendix, a small pouch connected to the large intestine, becomes inflamed. This happens due
Abdominal Surgery, Emergency cases, General Surgery
Intra-abdominal Hypertension and Abdominal Compartment Syndrome
Introduction The acute abdomen often involves alterations in intra-abdominal pressure (IAP), which can be both a cause and consequence of
Abdominal Surgery, General Surgery, Hepatobilliary
Ranson Criteria:
Acute pancreatitis is a potentially life-threatening condition that requires prompt and accurate assessment to determine its severity and guide treatment.
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Overview of Stomas: Colostomy and Ileostomy
Introduction to Stomas A stoma is an artificial opening created in the colon (colostomy) or small intestine (ileostomy) to divert
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Meckel’s Diverticulum:
Meckel’s diverticulum is the most common congenital anomaly of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, affecting approximately 2% of the population. It
Abdominal Surgery, General Surgery
CT Severity Index (CTSI) and Modified CTSI
Aspect CT Severity Index (CTSI) Modified CT Severity Index (Modified CTSI) Development Developed by Balthazar et al. in 1990. An
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Approach to the Management of Acute Abdomen
Presenting Complaint and History of Presenting Complaint When evaluating a patient with acute abdominal pain(acute abdomen), begin by understanding the