36 Questions
Which of the following is a clinical feature of hyperaldosteronism?
Edema
What is the primary cause of edema in hyperaldosteronism?
Impaired aldosterone escape mechanism
Which of the following conditions can worsen edema in hyperaldosteronism?
Heart failure
Which of the following conditions is associated with primary hyperaldosteronism?
Juxtaglomerular cell tumors
Which of the following is a characteristic of neuroendocrine tumors?
They can occur in the lungs
Which of the following is a common presentation of neuroblastoma?
Opsoclonus-myoclonus syndrome
Which hormone is increased in primary hyperaldosteronism?
Aldosterone
Which of the following is NOT a common site for neuroendocrine tumors?
Thyroid
Which of the following is a treatment option for neuroendocrine tumors?
Surgical resection
Which of the following is a characteristic of secondary hyperaldosteronism?
Occurs in patients with cirrhosis
Which of the following is a characteristic of pheochromocytoma?
Originates from neuroendocrine cells
Which of the following is a characteristic of primary hyperaldosteronism?
Leads to treatment-resistant hypertension
Which of the following is a characteristic of neuroblastoma?
Originates from adrenal medulla
Which type of MEN syndrome is associated with pituitary tumors and pancreatic endocrine tumors?
MEN1
Which gene mutation is associated with MEN2A syndrome?
RET
Which MEN syndrome is characterized by the presence of mucosal neuromas and a marfanoid habitus?
MEN2B
Which MEN syndrome requires prophylactic thyroidectomy due to the risk of medullary thyroid carcinoma?
MEN2A
Which tumor suppressor gene mutation is associated with MEN1 syndrome?
MEN1
Which MEN syndrome is associated with parathyroid hyperplasia and pheochromocytoma?
MEN2A
Which of the following is a treatment option for Zollinger-Ellison syndrome?
Surgical resection
What is the rule of thirds for Zollinger-Ellison syndrome?
1/3 metastasize, 1/3 present with 2nd malignancy, 1/3 are multiple
Which of the following is a characteristic of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome?
Gastrin-secreting tumor of the duodenum or pancreas
What causes recurrent ulcers in Zollinger-Ellison syndrome?
Acid hypersecretion
Which of the following is a common symptom of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome?
Abdominal pain
What is the positive secretin stimulation test in Zollinger-Ellison syndrome?
Increased gastrin levels after administration of secretin
Which of the following is Zollinger-Ellison syndrome associated with?
MEN1
Which of the following is NOT a treatment option for Zollinger-Ellison syndrome?
Chemotherapy
Which of the following is a common presentation of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome?
Abdominal pain and diarrhea
Which of the following is a characteristic of insulinoma?
Overproduction of insulin
Which of the following is a characteristic of glucagonoma?
Overproduction of glucagon
Which of the following is a characteristic of somatostatinoma?
Overproduction of somatostatin
Which of the following is a characteristic of glucagonoma?
Hyperglycemia
Which of the following is a characteristic of somatostatinoma?
Steatorrhea
Which of the following is a common symptom of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome?
Vomiting
Which of the following is a characteristic of gastrinoma?
Gastrin-secreting tumor of the pancreas or duodenum
What is the rule of thirds for Zollinger-Ellison syndrome?
1/3 metastasize, 1/3 present with 2nd malignancy, 1/3 are multiple
Test your knowledge on hyperaldosteronism and its clinical features including hypertension, electrolyte abnormalities, and metabolic alkalosis. Learn about the difference between primary and secondary hyperaldosteronism and how they can impact edema.
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