These are some of the topics that were examined in the recent MRCS clinicals as reported by the SHOs (or ST somethings!)

1) Abdominal Station

Pelvic Kidney, ie transplant
Q. Palpable liver found on examination, make the connection.
A. Reason for transplant was end stage renal failure from autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease. Polycystic liver also present.

Right inguinal hernia. Differential diagnosis for groin lumps
Also right hydrocele
Discussion about open vs lap inguinal hernia repair.
Lap for bilateral and recurrent.
Absolute contraindication, radical prostatectomy


2) Vascular

AAA on exam
Basic discussion around assessment / imaging / management

Wegners granulomatosis -> what is it
Surgical AV fistula

Varicose vein examination. Identification of SPJ

3) Ortho

Hallux rigidus with fixed flexion deformity
Reasons for performing arthrodesis

Dupuytren's contraction
Exam and causes

OA Knee

4) Lumps and Bumps

Thyroid - Neck assessment / thyroid status assessment

Melanoma

NF I (Von Recklinghausen's)
Café au lait spots

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