Pain Management
Pain management has often been considered the fifth vital sign. Making sure patient’s pain is under control is incredibly important in improving their outcomes. Frequent assessment of patient’s pain and…
Read MoreUmbilical Hernia Repair
Umbilical hernias are defined as hernia defects occurring 3 cm superior or inferior to the umbilicus. In 1882, T. F. Chevasse reported success using the transperitoneal approach in the case…
Read MoreThoracotomy
Thoracotomy is a surgical procedure in which an incision is made between the ribs to gain access to organs in the chest/thorax. Emergent thoracotomy first came to the United States…
Read MoreQ&A: Anatomy
Below, you will find boxes with questions related to anatomy that will likely be something you will encounter during your surgical rotation. We have included these to serve as a…
Read MoreQ&A: Surgery
Below, you will find boxes with surgery questions you will likely encounter during your surgical rotation. We have included these to serve as a launching point for further, deeper learning.
Read MoreMedical Terms
Below, you will find boxes with medical terms that you will encounter and be expected to use during your surgical rotation. We have included these to serve as a launching…
Read MoreDiverticulosis
Diverticulosis refers to abnormal pouching of the colonic wall. The term “divertikel” was coined by Fleischman in 1815. Jean Cruveilhier described herniations through the muscular layer of the colon in…
Read MoreIleus, postoperative
Ileus occurs when there is intestinal distention and either slowing or no passage of luminal contents without a demonstrable mechanical obstruction. The term “ileus” is derived from the Greek word…
Read MoreFournier Gangrene
Fournier gangrene is a fulminant form of necrotizing fasciitis that affects the perineal, genital, or perianal regions. It was first described in 1883 by Alfred Fournier, a French dermatologist and…
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