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Which layer of the esophagus is primarily affected in patients with submucosal varices?
Which layer of the esophagus is primarily affected in patients with submucosal varices?
- Muscularis propria
- Submucosa (correct)
- Externally
- Mucosa
What is the most common cause of submucosal varices in patients?
What is the most common cause of submucosal varices in patients?
- Cancer
- Infection
- Trauma
- Alcoholism (correct)
Which syndrome is characterized by lacerations at the gastroesophageal junction followed by vomiting or retching?
Which syndrome is characterized by lacerations at the gastroesophageal junction followed by vomiting or retching?
- Mallory-Weiss Syndrome (correct)
- Cirrhosis syndrome
- Esophageal varices syndrome
- Barrett's esophagus syndrome
What is the histological characteristic of Mallory-Weiss lacerations?
What is the histological characteristic of Mallory-Weiss lacerations?
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In what region of the esophagus does adenocarcinoma usually arise?
In what region of the esophagus does adenocarcinoma usually arise?
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What is the characteristic gross appearance associated with Barrett mucosa in the esophagus?
What is the characteristic gross appearance associated with Barrett mucosa in the esophagus?
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Which layer of the esophagus is typically not penetrated by Mallory-Weiss lacerations?
Which layer of the esophagus is typically not penetrated by Mallory-Weiss lacerations?
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What is a characteristic feature of esophageal varices microscopically?
What is a characteristic feature of esophageal varices microscopically?
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