Chapter 1 MC
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What is the main cause of acute pancreatitis as mentioned in the text?

  • Alcohol consumption
  • Stress-induced factors
  • Genetic predisposition
  • Blockage by gallstones (correct)
  • Which type of cancer was the most common in the past according to the text?

  • Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) (correct)
  • Insulinomas
  • Gastroesophageal cancer
  • Adenocarcinoma
  • What is the diagnostic method for detecting Helicobacter pylori as mentioned in the text?

  • Serum antibody testing (correct)
  • Measuring serum amylase and lipase levels
  • Direct imaging studies
  • Biopsy testing for urea levels
  • Which medication is NOT listed as a treatment for ulcers in the text?

    <p>Pancrease®</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common symptom of insulinomas according to the text?

    <p>Precipitous low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of a gastroesophageal hernia according to the text?

    <p>It can cause the gastroesophageal junction to stay below the diaphragm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is NOT associated with glucagonomas?

    <p>Steroids can be needed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common symptom of Crohn's disease?

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

    Which type of cyst has malignant potential?

    <p>Serous cystic adenoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible complication of vasoactive intestinal peptide producing tumors (VIPomas)?

    <p>Weight loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication can be used to prevent relapse in certain gastrointestinal conditions?

    <p><strong>Immunosuppressive agents</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pancreatic cystic lesion characteristic suggests a higher cancer risk?

    <p><strong>Any solid component</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the gastrointestinal system has a common opening known as the ampulla?

    <p>Small Intestine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition is characterized by changes in the glandular gastric mucosa, resulting in intestinal cell resemblance?

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

    Which disease is associated with a primary motor disorder like esophageal spasm and may require endoscopic balloon dilatation or surgery?

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

    What is the continuous tube that starts at the mouth and ends with the appearance of feces?

    <p>Alimentary Tract</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disease tends to recur, has a high mortality rate, and is associated with alcohol abuse?

    <p>Esophageal Squamous Cell Cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a residual solution that is not absorbed by the small intestine and passes through to the ileocecal?

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

    What is a common extraintestinal complication associated with both Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis?

    <p>Ankylosing spondylitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of involvement is common in Crohn’s disease but not in ulcerative colitis?

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

    Which syndrome involves both colon adenomas/polyps and brain tumors?

    <p>Turcot Syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of polyps are outlined as premalignant in the text?

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

    Which medication is associated with Certolizumab pegol?

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

    Which symptom is almost never observed in Crohn's disease according to the text?

    <p>Weight loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recent recommendation by the American Cancer Society regarding colonoscopy?

    <p>Repeat colonoscopy in 8 to 10 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a site where acute gastrointestinal bleeding can occur according to the text?

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

    What procedure might be required for gastrointestinal bleeding that does not stop spontaneously?

    <p>Angiographic embolization procedure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential complication associated with rapid gastrointestinal bleeding according to the text?

    <p>Mortality risk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cancer type is commonly associated with dark spots on lips as per the text?

    <p>Pancreatic cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In older age groups, what condition is specifically mentioned in association with an increased risk of colon cancer?

    <p>Bowel obstruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

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