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What is the next step of action following a diagnosis of haemocardia?
What is the next step of action following a diagnosis of haemocardia?
In obstructive jaundice and cholangitis, what are the typical liver function test (LFT) abnormalities seen?
In obstructive jaundice and cholangitis, what are the typical liver function test (LFT) abnormalities seen?
What is a conservative approach to treat anal fissures?
What is a conservative approach to treat anal fissures?
What is the medical treatment approach for gastritis?
What is the medical treatment approach for gastritis?
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What is the characteristic finding in a radioisotope scan for medullary thyroid carcinoma?
What is the characteristic finding in a radioisotope scan for medullary thyroid carcinoma?
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What result from fine-needle aspiration biopsy (FNAB) indicates an insufficient sample for diagnosis?
What result from fine-needle aspiration biopsy (FNAB) indicates an insufficient sample for diagnosis?
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What is the primary benefit of using an NGT in a distressed patient with suspected bleeding?
What is the primary benefit of using an NGT in a distressed patient with suspected bleeding?
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What is a potential disadvantage associated with using an NGT in a distressed patient?
What is a potential disadvantage associated with using an NGT in a distressed patient?
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Which intervention is typically performed if endoscopic management fails and surgery is deemed necessary?
Which intervention is typically performed if endoscopic management fails and surgery is deemed necessary?
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What is the purpose of initiating oral intake of fluids 6 hours after endoscopic hemostasis?
What is the purpose of initiating oral intake of fluids 6 hours after endoscopic hemostasis?
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In what situation would a Billroth I surgery be considered for a patient with bleeding ulcers?
In what situation would a Billroth I surgery be considered for a patient with bleeding ulcers?
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What is the recommended follow-up period for observing high-risk patients for rebleeding after initial treatment?
What is the recommended follow-up period for observing high-risk patients for rebleeding after initial treatment?
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What is the appropriate management for gastric outlet obstruction in small bowel?
What is the appropriate management for gastric outlet obstruction in small bowel?
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What is the recommended treatment for hyperkalemia presenting as peaked T-waves?
What is the recommended treatment for hyperkalemia presenting as peaked T-waves?
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For colorectal cancer, what imaging modality is considered the gold standard for staging?
For colorectal cancer, what imaging modality is considered the gold standard for staging?
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When should the children of a patient with colorectal cancer start being screened?
When should the children of a patient with colorectal cancer start being screened?
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What does a CT scan showing liver metastases in colorectal cancer indicate?
What does a CT scan showing liver metastases in colorectal cancer indicate?
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What test is recommended for diagnosing pheochromocytoma?
What test is recommended for diagnosing pheochromocytoma?
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What is a common symptom of erythema ab igne, a condition associated with pancreatic pain?
What is a common symptom of erythema ab igne, a condition associated with pancreatic pain?
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Which imaging technique is limited in diagnosing pancreatic conditions but plays a therapeutic role?
Which imaging technique is limited in diagnosing pancreatic conditions but plays a therapeutic role?
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In pancreatitis, what laboratory test may show variable levels due to pancreatic destruction?
In pancreatitis, what laboratory test may show variable levels due to pancreatic destruction?
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Which surgical procedure is performed when drainage of the pancreatic head is necessary due to an associated inflammatory mass?
Which surgical procedure is performed when drainage of the pancreatic head is necessary due to an associated inflammatory mass?
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What is a common method for pain control in pancreatitis that involves using high-dose pancreatic enzymes?
What is a common method for pain control in pancreatitis that involves using high-dose pancreatic enzymes?
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What causes steatorrhea in patients with pancreatitis?
What causes steatorrhea in patients with pancreatitis?
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What is a characteristic feature of strangulated hernias?
What is a characteristic feature of strangulated hernias?
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Which type of hernia repair is preferred for primary bilateral inguinal hernia in females with a risk of chronic pain?
Which type of hernia repair is preferred for primary bilateral inguinal hernia in females with a risk of chronic pain?
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What is a common cause of post-hepatic portal hypertension?
What is a common cause of post-hepatic portal hypertension?
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In the context of acute pancreatitis, what is a common investigation used to identify the condition?
In the context of acute pancreatitis, what is a common investigation used to identify the condition?
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What is the recommended treatment for breast cancer in a male patient with stage 2 disease?
What is the recommended treatment for breast cancer in a male patient with stage 2 disease?
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What can be a complication of cirrhosis that leads to narrowing of veins within the liver?
What can be a complication of cirrhosis that leads to narrowing of veins within the liver?
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