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What happens to the small intestine when an individual with celiac disease consumes gluten?
What happens to the small intestine when an individual with celiac disease consumes gluten?
- The immune system has no effect on the small intestine
- The immune system launches an abnormal response that attacks the small intestine (correct)
- The immune system strengthens the small intestine
- The immune system repairs the small intestine
What is the consequence of damaged villi in the small intestine due to celiac disease?
What is the consequence of damaged villi in the small intestine due to celiac disease?
- There is no effect on nutrient absorption
- The body can absorb more nutrients
- The body rejects all nutrients
- Essential nutrients cannot be absorbed properly (correct)
What is the likelihood of developing celiac disease for individuals with a first-degree relative with the condition?
What is the likelihood of developing celiac disease for individuals with a first-degree relative with the condition?
- 1 in 100
- 1 in 50
- 1 in 20
- 1 in 10 (correct)
What is the estimated percentage of individuals with celiac disease who are actually diagnosed?
What is the estimated percentage of individuals with celiac disease who are actually diagnosed?
What happens to the lining of the gut in patients with unmanaged celiac disease?
What happens to the lining of the gut in patients with unmanaged celiac disease?
What is the main role of villi in the small intestine?
What is the main role of villi in the small intestine?
What triggers the abnormal immune response in individuals with celiac disease?
What triggers the abnormal immune response in individuals with celiac disease?
What is the direct consequence of the small intestine's lining becoming smooth and pipe-like in patients with unmanaged celiac disease?
What is the direct consequence of the small intestine's lining becoming smooth and pipe-like in patients with unmanaged celiac disease?
What is the estimated prevalence of celiac disease in the general population?
What is the estimated prevalence of celiac disease in the general population?
What method is used to eliminate gallstones in the Lithotripsy procedure?
What method is used to eliminate gallstones in the Lithotripsy procedure?
Which patients are usually considered for the Lithotripsy procedure?
Which patients are usually considered for the Lithotripsy procedure?
What happens to the gallstones during the Lithotripsy procedure?
What happens to the gallstones during the Lithotripsy procedure?
Flashcards
Celiac disease & gluten
Celiac disease & gluten
Immune system attacks the small intestine when gluten is consumed.
Damaged villi consequence
Damaged villi consequence
Essential nutrients cannot be absorbed properly due to damage.
Celiac disease likelihood
Celiac disease likelihood
Individuals with an immediate family member have a 1 in 10 chance.
Celiac diagnosis rate
Celiac diagnosis rate
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Unmanaged celiac disease
Unmanaged celiac disease
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Villi main role
Villi main role
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Celiac trigger
Celiac trigger
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Smooth Gut consequence
Smooth Gut consequence
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Celiac disease Prevalence
Celiac disease Prevalence
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Lithotripsy Method
Lithotripsy Method
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Lithotripsy patient
Lithotripsy patient
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Gallstones during Lithotripsy
Gallstones during Lithotripsy
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