Abdominal X-ray - Scenario 1
Clinical information

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Clinical information

Mrs Brown is a 79 year old widow who lives independently.

She has presented with a short history of increasing abdominal pain and distension.

You will be shown an abdominal X-ray, and asked to comment on any relevant findings.

You will be asked to suggest the likely clinical history and examination findings.

You will also be asked to suggest an immediate plan for management.

Page author: Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust UK (Read bio)

Last reviewed: February 2016