- What are the primary goals when evaluating a pregnant woman with a surgical condition?
- Which laboratory test is commonly used to rule out infection in a pregnant woman with abdominal pain?
- In which trimester of pregnancy is laparoscopic surgery most commonly performed for surgical emergencies?
- What is the preferred imaging modality for diagnosing a surgical condition in a pregnant patient?
- Which anesthesia technique is typically preferred during surgery in pregnant patients, and why?
- What is the most common surgical emergency that can occur during pregnancy?
- What is the key complication associated with appendicitis in pregnancy if left untreated?
- Why is the timing of surgery particularly important in the third trimester of pregnancy?
- How does pregnancy increase the risk of developing cholecystitis?
- What is the first-line treatment for ovarian torsion during pregnancy, and why is early intervention critical?