Gastroenterology Quiz: H. Pylori and Peptic Ulcers
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What is the primary cause of Achalasia?

  • Metaplasia of squamous epithelium to columnar epithelium
  • Failure of the lower esophageal sphincter to relax (correct)
  • Inflammation of the mucosa
  • Scarring of the esophageal lining
  • What is the term for the inflammation of the mucosa in the esophagus?

  • Esophagitis (correct)
  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • Achalasia
  • Barrett's esophagus
  • What is the term for the dilation of esophageal veins in the distal 1/3 of the esophagus?

  • Esophageal varices (correct)
  • Achalasia
  • Esophagitis
  • Barrett's esophagus
  • What is the consequence of chronic exposure to gastric secretions in the esophagus?

    <p>Barrett's esophagus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the underlying cause of Barrett's esophagus?

    <p>Gastroesophageal reflux disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the scarring of the esophageal lining?

    <p>Esophageal scarring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of Achalasia?

    <p>Failure of the lower esophageal sphincter to relax</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the risk of dysplasia and esophageal carcinoma in Barrett's esophagus?

    <p>Increased risk of esophageal cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of inflammation in Achalasia?

    <p>Scarring of the esophageal lining</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the default state of the lower esophageal sphincter?

    <p>Contraction</p> Signup and view all the answers

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