General Surgery — Key differences for NEET MDS
Absorbable sutures = Vicryl polyglactin most common, Catgut natural protein. Non-absorbable = Silk most common non-absorbable, Prolene monofilament, Nylon polyamide. 3-0 to 5-0 most used in oral surgery. Cutting needle = skin oral mucosa. Round needle = internal organs soft tissue. Needle holder = most important instrument. Hemostats = artery forceps.
📖 Read full notes →T1 = tumor less than 2cm. T2 = tumor 2-4cm. T3 = tumor greater than 4cm. T4 = invasion of adjacent structures bone skin. N0 = no regional lymph node metastasis. N1 = single ipsilateral node less than 3cm. Radical neck dissection = removes all 5 structures SCM IJV SAN. Modified radical = spares 1 or more structures. Selective neck dissection = specific levels only.
📖 Read full notes →NEET MDS frequently tests the ability to differentiate between related topics. Understanding the key differences between Sutures & Instruments and Head Neck Cancer TNM in General Surgery is crucial for scoring well. Questions may test diagnostic features, treatment approaches, or characteristic findings.