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Intestinal Biopsy Quiz

Chapter 11: Table of Contents

1) Only the mucosal layer of the intestine needs to be collected for an intestinal biopsy. 

  • True 
  • False

2) Which of the following biopsy techniques is least appropriate for the intestine? 

  • Incisional wedge technique. 
  • Punch biopsy technique. 
  • Guillotine or Loop technique. 
  • Incisional technique using a stay suture and blade.

3) Which of the following is the most appropriate closure for an intestinal biopsy 

  • A 2-layer closure using a simple continuous pattern for the first layer and a Cushing pattern for the second layer. 
  • A 2-layer closure using a simple continuous pattern for the first layer and a Lembert pattern for the second layer. 
  • A 2-layer closure using inverting patterns (Cushing or Lembert) in both layers. 
  • A single layer simple interrupted pattern.

4) If the lumen of the bowel is small, it is best to appose the incisional ends and close the incision transversely in order to prevent further stricture of the already small lumen. 

  • True 
  • False

5) Which is the layer of strength that needs to be included when suturing the intestine? 

  • Serosa 
  • Muscularis 
  • Submucosa 
  • Mucosa

6) It is appropriate to use chromic gut suture material to close the intestinal tract. 

  • True 
  • False

7) All intestinal biopsy sites should be leak tested and omentalized before closing the abdomen. 

  • True 
  • False

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