Gastrointestinal Imaging and Dysphagia Quiz

Difficulty swallowing; a common symptom with various causes.

Difficulty swallowing due to problems in the pharynx or esophagus.

Difficulty swallowing due to problems within the esophagus.

A condition where the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) fails to relax, causing difficulty in emptying food from the esophagus.

The characteristic appearance of the esophagus in achalasia on a barium swallow study, with the distal esophagus appearing narrowed and beak-like.

A contraction of the esophageal muscles that prevents proper passage of food.

A type of examination using a contrast agent (barium) to visualize the esophagus and stomach.

A common issue involving acid refluxing back into the esophagus from the stomach.

A condition where two points of the same loop of bowel are obstructed at a single location, typically caused by adhesions. The closed loop remains dilated and prone to vascular compromise (strangulation).

A technique used to identify the level of obstruction in the colon. The dilated colon frames the dilated small bowel loops and the presence of little air in the descending colon suggests the obstruction is in that area.

A condition where a segment of the colon telescopes into itself, creating a blockage in the digestive tract. This commonly occurs in the right lower quadrant causing small bowel obstruction. A significant predisposing factor is present.

Inflammation of the appendix, a small pouch attached to the large intestine. It is commonly diagnosed using CT scan with oral and IV contrast, and ultrasound may be used in specific cases.

A diagnostic algorithm used to evaluate suspected appendicitis. It involves a spiral CT of the appendix, along with laboratory evaluation. Equivocal results may necessitate laparoscopy or ultrasound depending on the patient's age and sex.

A low-dose CT scan specifically designed to examine the colon.

A 3D imaging technique using CT colonography to visualize the colon.

A potential reason for utilizing CT colonography when colonoscopy is incomplete due to a narrowing or blockage.

Part of a CT scan that includes a low-dose CT colonography along with imaging of the abdomen.

A CT scan performed specifically for colon imaging; it involves a lower radiation dose compared to a routine abdominal CT.

A condition where the lower 2/3 of the esophagus becomes wider due to muscle atrophy and fibrosis, leading to a narrowing of the distal end. This makes it difficult for food to pass through and can cause regurgitation, especially when standing up.

A diagnostic imaging technique that uses X-rays and contrast dye to visualize the appendix and surrounding structures.

A diagnostic imaging technique that uses sound waves to create images of the appendix.

A type of gastritis characterized by a thickened stomach wall that can be seen on CT scans and confirmed by endoscopy.

A condition where the small or large bowel is dilated but there is no physical blockage. It can be distinguished from obstruction by using plain abdominal films and CT.

A thickened, enlarged appendix that does not compress when pressure is applied during an ultrasound.

A type of peptic ulcer that is not cancerous. It appears as a round collection of barium on a barium swallow study and can be seen on CT scans.

A sign of appendicitis on ultrasound, where the area around the appendix appears brighter on the image.

A complication of a gastric ulcer where a hole develops in the stomach wall. It can be seen on chest x-rays as free air under the diaphragm and on CT scans as a hole in the stomach wall.

A sign of appendicitis on CT scan, where the wall of the appendix appears thicker and brighter.

A sign of appendicitis on CT scan, where the surrounding fatty tissue appears denser.

A condition where a gallstone becomes lodged in the small intestine, causing an obstruction. It can be seen on CT scans as a large stone in the ileum and a connection between the gallbladder and the duodenum.

Ultrasound is the preferred imaging method for suspected appendicitis in pregnant women.

A condition where a portion of the small intestine protrudes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall, often in the groin area.

A type of imaging test that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the small intestine.

A scoring system used to assess the appropriateness of different imaging tests for diagnosing and managing Crohn's disease.

A narrow, tubular appearance of the small intestine on imaging studies, typically seen in Crohn's disease.

A rare but serious complication of Crohn's disease where a connection forms between two loops of the intestine.

A diagnostic feature of Crohn's disease visible on MR imaging, where the blood vessels supplying the inflamed bowel become dilated and resemble a comb.

A pattern of inflammation in Crohn's disease where affected areas alternate with normal, healthy areas in the intestines.

Routine screening tests to detect colorectal cancer in people at average risk.

The recommended time frame for follow-up colorectal cancer screening after an initial negative test.