Question 18 (part 2) · LEK · Colonic diverticula
Hinchey classification is a classification of:
- A. pancreatic weight in acute pancreatitis.
- B. stages of cirrhosis.
- C. metastatic tumours to the liver.
- D. inflammation severity in diverticulitis.
- E. dysphagia severity in oesophageal cancer.
Hint
This classification grades abscess formation and peritoneal contamination in a complicated colonic disease.
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