PLE Category: Surgery

PLE-7905

What is the most appropriate procedure for a 58-year-old male patient with a 5 cm carcinoma of the anus, which has extended into the distal rectum?

PLE-7906

A 45-year-old patient presents with a 2 cm ill-defined mass on his right ear that has been present for two years. The mass is cream-colored with pearly borders and visible small blood vessels. Which statement is true regarding this mass?

PLE-7907

A 56-year-old male was brought to the ER due to sudden onset of severe headache. During the ER stay, he became lethargic. Physical examination findings revealed a positive Kernig sign. Additionally, there is bilateral CN VI palsy. Manual muscle testing showed left side weakness of 3/5 and right side strength of 5/5. What is the Hunt and Hess classification of this patient?

PLE-7900

A 65-year-old hypertensive male has developed food fear over the last three months. According to his daughter, he has also lost a considerable amount of weight. No changes in bowel movement were noted. The patient is hysterically screaming in the emergency room because of his diffuse abdominal pain. However, on physical examination, you only noted minimal tenderness in the epigastric area. At this point, do you strongly suspect anything?

PLE-7901

When do surgical wound infections usually become manifest after surgery?

PLE-7902

What is the best management approach for lobular carcinoma in situ of the breast?

PLE-7903

In adults, how does Meckel’s diverticulum usually present?

PLE-7898

During the work-up of a 40-year-old female patient presenting with virilizing features, an adrenal mass was identified by imaging studies. What is the single most important criterion to diagnose carcinoma in this patient?

PLE-7899

Which statement is not correct regarding hypertrophic pyloric stenosis?