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Which of the following is considered evidence that a splenectomy might benefit a patient with immune (idiopathic) thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)?
Which of the following is considered evidence that a splenectomy might benefit a patient with immune (idiopathic) thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)?
- An increase in the platelet count on cortisone therapy (correct)
- A high reticulocyte count
- A significant enlargement of the spleen
- Megakaryocytic elements in the bone marrow
Which tool is considered the best for grading gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?
Which tool is considered the best for grading gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?
- PH metry (correct)
- Plain chest x-ray
- Barium swallow
- Oesophagoscopy
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of immune (idiopathic) thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)?
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of immune (idiopathic) thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)?
- Megakaryocytic elements in the bone marrow (correct)
- An increase in the platelet count on cortisone therapy
- A high reticulocyte count
- A significant enlargement of the spleen
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