Notes in 11_Ischaemic Colitis

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Published	02/10/2024	{{c1::Ischaemic Colitis}} describes {{c2::a reduction of blood supply to a part of the intestine, leading to a degree inflammation and ulceration that…
Published	02/10/2024	{{c1::Watershed}} areas are more susceptible to Ischaemic Colitis
Published	02/10/2024	Risk Factors of Ischaemic Colitis {{c1::Embolic disease}} {{c1::Atherosclerosis}} {{c1::Hypovolaemia}} {{c1::Smoking}}
Published	02/10/2024	Presentation of {{c2::Ischaemic Colitis}} {{c1::Gradual onset (hours) (compared to mesenteric ischaemia which is sudden)}} {{c1::Colicky abdominal pai…
Published	02/10/2024	Investigations of Ischaemic Colitis {{c1::Raised CRP and WCC}} {{c1::May have raised lactate (underlying sepsis ischaemia)}}{{c1::CT to identify patho…
Published	02/10/2024	Management of Ischaemic Colitis {{c1::Treat underlying cause}} {{c1::Conservative: IV antibiotics and fluids, nutritional support}} {{c1::Surgery…
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