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jc611

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What incision is mainly used for a pancreaticoduodenec tomy procedure?
 
  a. Longitudinal midline
  b. Subcostal
  c. Minimal access
  d. Long right paramedian

Question 2

What organ is removed when performing a cholecystectomy?
 
  a. Colon
  b. Gallstones
  c. Pancreas
  d. Gallbladder



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Pancreaticoduodenec tomy is an extensive procedure performed on patients with carcinoma of the head of the pancreas or the ampulla of Vater. A gastrointestinal setup is used for this procedure. The abdominal cavity is exposed through one of several possible anterior incisions, but a long right paramedian incision is usually made.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Gallbladder disease is cured by the removal of the gallbladder. It relieves gastrointestinal distress in patients with acute or chronic cholecystitis (with or without gallstones) or recurrent sepsis.



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