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What is the primary physiological mechanism behind the onset of anaphylaxis?
What is the primary physiological mechanism behind the onset of anaphylaxis?
In a stroke affecting the primary somatosensory cortex, which of the following would you expect to observe?
In a stroke affecting the primary somatosensory cortex, which of the following would you expect to observe?
What characterizes Hirschsprung disease?
What characterizes Hirschsprung disease?
Which area of the brain, when affected by stroke, results in contralateral loss of pain and temperature sensation to the body?
Which area of the brain, when affected by stroke, results in contralateral loss of pain and temperature sensation to the body?
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What is a typical presentation in patients with a Meckel diverticulum?
What is a typical presentation in patients with a Meckel diverticulum?
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Which of the following factors is associated with an increased risk of thrombotic events?
Which of the following factors is associated with an increased risk of thrombotic events?
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Which statement is true regarding the role of high affinity IgE receptors on mast cells?
Which statement is true regarding the role of high affinity IgE receptors on mast cells?
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What impact does a stroke in the thalamus have on sensory perception?
What impact does a stroke in the thalamus have on sensory perception?
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In a patient with horseshoe kidney, which anatomical feature is characteristic?
In a patient with horseshoe kidney, which anatomical feature is characteristic?
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What symptom is typically associated with the rectal examination of a patient with Hirschsprung disease?
What symptom is typically associated with the rectal examination of a patient with Hirschsprung disease?
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What is the underlying cause of sideroblastic anemia?
What is the underlying cause of sideroblastic anemia?
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Which of the following disorders is characterized by decreased synthesis of GnRH in the hypothalamus?
Which of the following disorders is characterized by decreased synthesis of GnRH in the hypothalamus?
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What is the mechanism of action of sirolimus?
What is the mechanism of action of sirolimus?
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What is the primary cause of chronic granulomatous disease?
What is the primary cause of chronic granulomatous disease?
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Which statement about pyruvate kinase deficiency is true?
Which statement about pyruvate kinase deficiency is true?
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Which condition can lead to pseudomembranous colitis?
Which condition can lead to pseudomembranous colitis?
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In which form of anemia is Vitamin B6 deficiency implicated due to isoniazid treatment?
In which form of anemia is Vitamin B6 deficiency implicated due to isoniazid treatment?
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Which feature is NOT characteristic of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency?
Which feature is NOT characteristic of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency?
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What type of organisms are primarily involved in infections seen in chronic granulomatous disease?
What type of organisms are primarily involved in infections seen in chronic granulomatous disease?
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Which of the following conditions is characterized by the presence of large cells with a basophilic intranuclear inclusion labeled as 'owl eye appearance'?
Which of the following conditions is characterized by the presence of large cells with a basophilic intranuclear inclusion labeled as 'owl eye appearance'?
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What is the result of cross-linking of multiple membrane-bound IgE antibodies on mast cells and basophils?
What is the result of cross-linking of multiple membrane-bound IgE antibodies on mast cells and basophils?
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In the event of a stroke affecting the lateral pons, which of the following symptoms would most likely be observed?
In the event of a stroke affecting the lateral pons, which of the following symptoms would most likely be observed?
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What characterizes the presentation of Meckel diverticulum when it becomes inflamed?
What characterizes the presentation of Meckel diverticulum when it becomes inflamed?
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What is the pathophysiological basis of Hirschsprung disease?
What is the pathophysiological basis of Hirschsprung disease?
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What is the effect of elevated plasma homocysteine levels?
What is the effect of elevated plasma homocysteine levels?
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Which of the following stroke locations would lead to contralateral sensory loss affecting pain and temperature, but not vibration and proprioception?
Which of the following stroke locations would lead to contralateral sensory loss affecting pain and temperature, but not vibration and proprioception?
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What phenomenon occurs in horseshoe kidney due to the fusion of renal parenchyma?
What phenomenon occurs in horseshoe kidney due to the fusion of renal parenchyma?
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Which of the following best describes the sensory losses associated with a thalamic stroke?
Which of the following best describes the sensory losses associated with a thalamic stroke?
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What clinical finding is most typical upon rectal examination in a patient with Hirschsprung disease?
What clinical finding is most typical upon rectal examination in a patient with Hirschsprung disease?
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What is the primary cellular appearance associated with CMV colitis?
What is the primary cellular appearance associated with CMV colitis?
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In the context of anaphylaxis, what is the main consequence of mast cell and basophil degranulation?
In the context of anaphylaxis, what is the main consequence of mast cell and basophil degranulation?
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In the case of sideroblastic anemia, what is the primary cause of the iron granules accumulating in mitochondria?
In the case of sideroblastic anemia, what is the primary cause of the iron granules accumulating in mitochondria?
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What is a characteristic symptom of chronic granulomatous disease?
What is a characteristic symptom of chronic granulomatous disease?
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Which enzyme's inhibition by lead poisoning contributes to anemia?
Which enzyme's inhibition by lead poisoning contributes to anemia?
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What characteristic finding is associated with Kallman syndrome?
What characteristic finding is associated with Kallman syndrome?
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What commonly results from the administration of broad-spectrum antibiotics in relation to Clostridium difficile?
What commonly results from the administration of broad-spectrum antibiotics in relation to Clostridium difficile?
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What condition is characterized by displacement of the annular ligament into the radiohumeral joint?
What condition is characterized by displacement of the annular ligament into the radiohumeral joint?
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Which of the following is a key characteristic of the immune response in individuals with Chronic Granulomatous Disease?
Which of the following is a key characteristic of the immune response in individuals with Chronic Granulomatous Disease?
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What is a common presentation for patients with Toxoplasma gondii encephalitis?
What is a common presentation for patients with Toxoplasma gondii encephalitis?
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Study Notes
Horseshoe Kidney
- Fusion of the metanephros during development results in fused renal parenchyma along the inferior poles
Anaphylaxis
- Widespread mast cell and basophil degranulation leads to histamine and tryptase release
- Crosslinking of multiple membrane bound IgE antibodies by a multivalent antigen causes aggregation of the IgE receptor, leading to degranulation and release of preformed mediators
Homocysteine Metabolism
- High levels of plasma homocysteine are a risk factor for thrombotic events
- Homocysteine is metabolized by methionine via remethylation
Stroke
- Primary Somatosensory Cortex: contralateral sensory deficit, doesn't always affect the face, arm, and leg equally; motor weakness and aphasia present
- Thalamus: contralateral complete sensory loss (pain/temperature, vibration/proprioception)
- Lateral Pons or Medulla: contralateral loss of pain and temperature to the body, ipsilateral facial loss (due to impact on the spinal trigeminal nucleus); vertigo, ataxia, and bulbar weakness present
- Medial Medulla: contralateral loss of vibration and joint position sense, associated with contralateral arm/leg weakness and ipsilateral tongue weakness
Hirschsprung Disease
- Failure of neural crest cell migration during embryogenesis
- Colon segment lacks ganglionic innervation, leading to obstruction, failure to pass meconium, and bilious emesis
- Forceful expulsion of gas and stool upon rectal examination observed
Meckel Diverticulum
- Anatomic connection between the ileum and umbilicus due to incomplete obliteration of the vitelline duct
- Presents with painless hematochezia and can be inflamed, causing acute abdominal pain
- True diverticulum consisting of all three layers of the intestinal wall
CMV Colitis
- Large cells with prominent basophilic intranuclear inclusions ("owl eye appearance") are present
- Reactivation of the herpes virus
Mycobacterium Avium Complex
- Necrotizing and non-necrotizing granulomas
- Acid-fast staining bacilli present
Sideroblastic Anemia
- Impaired heme production in red blood cells
- Iron granules accumulate in mitochondria surrounding the nucleus due to ineffective heme synthesis
Isoniazid and Heme Synthesis
- Inhibits pyridoxine phosphokinase, impairing activation of pyridoxine (vitamin B6)
- Pyridoxine is a cofactor for aminolevulinic acid synthase, the rate-limiting enzyme in heme synthesis
- Inhibition of this step can result in sideroblastic anemia
Aminolevulinic Acid Dehydratase and Lead Poisoning
- Involved in heme synthesis
- Lead poisoning can inhibit this enzyme, leading to anemia
Cystathionine Synthase Deficiency
- Autosomal recessive disorder causing homocystinuria
- Characterized by marfanoid body habitus and hypercoagulability
Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency
- Increased red blood cell susceptibility to oxidative stress, triggering hemolysis
- Normocytic, normochromic hemolytic anemia without sideroblastic rings
Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency
- Normocytic, normochromic hemolytic anemia without ring sideroblasts
Sirolimus
- Immunosuppressant that binds to and inhibits mTOR
- Blocks IL-2 signaling, preventing cell cycle progression and lymphocyte proliferation
Radial Head Subluxation (Nursemaid's Elbow)
- Displacement of the annular ligament into the radiohumeral joint due to pulling on the arm
- Patients present with elbow flexed and forearm pronated
- Associated with pulling on the arm of a young child
Radial Collateral Ligament of the Elbow
- Injured in elbow fractures
Ulnar Collateral Ligament of the Elbow
- Injured due to repetitive overuse, such as pitching a baseball
Hypokalemia and Bulimia Nervosa
- Concerning in a healthy adult with a normal BMI and preoccupation with body size
- Associated with self-induced vomiting
- Tachycardia, hypotension, painless bilateral parotid gland swelling, and scarring on the dorsum of the hand are seen
Chronic Granulomatous Disease
- NADPH oxidase deficiency, leading to an inability of neutrophils to generate a respiratory burst and produce reactive oxygen species
- Confirmed by absence of fluorescence on dihydrohodamine flow cytometry testing
- Recurrent infections of lungs, skin, liver, and lymph nodes; diffuse granuloma formation
- Microbiology reveals catalase-positive organisms (Staphylococcus aureus, Burkholderia, Serratia, Nocardia, and Aspergillus)
Histoplasma Capsulatum in AIDS
- Disseminated disease to the liver, spleen, and bone marrow
- Presents with hepatosplenomegaly and pancytopenia
Cryptococcus Neoformans in AIDS
- Meningoencephalitis
- Found in HIV-positive patients
Mullerian Agenesis
- Variable uterine development and no upper vagina
- 46 XX females, normal ovaries and secondary sexual characteristics
- Short vagina
Kallman Syndrome
- Decreased synthesis of GnRH in the hypothalamus
- Anosmia and hypogonadotropic hypogonadism
Toxoplasma Gondii
- Intracellular parasite transmitted through ingestion of contaminated cat feces
- Encephalitis with multiple ring-enhancing lesions in immunocompromised patients
Transverse Tubules
- Invaginations of the sarcolemma transmitting depolarization signals to the sarcoplasmic reticulum
- Trigger calcium release and induce muscle contraction
- Ensures synchronous contraction of myofibrils in striated muscle fibers
Cytosolic Acetyl-CoA Carboxylase
- Converts acetyl-CoA to malonyl-CoA during the rate-limiting step of fatty acid synthesis
- Malonyl-CoA inhibits mitochondrial carnitine acyltransferase, blocking beta oxidation of fatty acids
Early Mesothelioma
- Multiple nodules form on the parietal pleura, gradually encasing the lung parenchyma
- Stains positive for cytokeratins and calretinin
Cardiovascular Dysphagia
- External compression of the esophagus by a dilated and posteriorly displaced left atrium
- Occurs in patients with rheumatic heart disease and mitral stenosis/regurgitation
Antipsychotics and Dopamine Receptors
- Block dopamine 2 receptors in the tuberoinfundibular pathway
- Results in galactorrhea and amenorrhea
Base Excision Repair
- Glycosylase removes defective bases
- Endonuclease and lyase cleave and remove the empty sugar phosphate site
- DNA polymerase replaces the missing nucleotide
- Ligase seals the final nick
Clostridium Difficile
- Proliferation due to loss of commensal gut flora following broad-spectrum antibiotics
- Toxins A and B stimulate inflammation and disrupt the actin cytoskeletal structure, leading to pseudomembranous colitis
Interferon Gamma Release Assays
- Tests for latent tuberculosis infection by measuring IFN-gamma released by T lymphocytes in response to mycobacterium tuberculosis antigens
Borderline Personality Disorder
- Persistent pattern of unstable relationships, mood lability, and impulsivity
- Individuals may exhibit ideation or behavior in response to feeling rejected or abandoned during interpersonal crises
Pharyngeal Cleft and Pouch Pathology
- 1st Pharyngeal Cleft: periauricular cyst/fistula
- 2nd Pharyngeal Pouch: cleft palate
- 3rd and 4th Pouches: 22q11 microdeletion syndrome (DiGeorge syndrome)
Ischemia and Renal Tubular Cells
- Loss of epithelial cell polarity is an early change in response to ischemia
Verapamil and Skeletal Muscle
- Calcium channel blocker
- Skeletal muscle is resistant due to calcium release from the sarcoplasmic reticulum triggered by mechanical interaction between L-type and RyR calcium channels
Horseshoe Kidney
- Fusion of the metanephros during development results in a horseshoe kidney.
Anaphylaxis
- Widespread mast cell and basophil degranulation leads to anaphylaxis.
- Histamine and tryptase release is a key feature of anaphylaxis.
- IgE antibodies bind to the high affinity IgE receptor on mast cells and basophils.
- Cross-linking of multiple membrane bound IgE antibodies by a multivalent antigen triggers degranulation and mediator release.
Homocysteine
- Elevated homocysteine levels are a risk factor for thrombotic events.
- Homocysteine can be metabolized by methionine via remethylation.
Stroke and its Impacts
- Primary Somatosensory Cortex: Contralateral sensory deficits, often affecting the face, arm, and leg unequally. Motor weakness and aphasia may also occur.
- Thalamus: Contralateral complete sensory loss (pain/temperature, vibration/proprioception).
- Lateral Pons or Medulla: Contralateral loss of pain and temperature to the body and ipsilateral face. Vertigo, ataxia, and bulbar weakness.
- Medial Medulla: Contralateral loss of vibration and joint position sense. Contralateral arm/leg weakness and ipsilateral tongue weakness.
Hirschsprung Disease
- Failure of neural crest cell migration during embryogenesis leads to a lack of ganglion cells in a segment of the colon.
- This segment is unable to relax, causing obstruction, failure to pass meconium, and bilious emesis.
- Forceful expulsion of gas and stool on rectal examination is typical.
Meckel Diverticulum
- A true diverticulum consisting of all three layers of the intestinal wall.
- Results from incomplete obliteration of the vitelline duct.
- Often presents with painless hematochezia but can cause acute abdominal pain if inflamed.
CMV Colitis
- Large cells with prominent basophilic intranuclear inclusions (owl eye appearance).
- Due to reactivation of the herpes virus.
Mycobacterium Avium Complex
- Necrotizing and non-necrotizing granulomas.
- Acid-fast staining bacilli present.
Sideroblastic Anemia
- Impaired heme production within red blood cells.
- Iron granules accumulate in mitochondria around the nucleus.
Isoniazid and Pyridoxine
- Isoniazid inhibits pyridoxine phosphokinase, impairing activation of pyridoxine (vitamin B6).
- Pyridoxine is a cofactor for aminolevulinic acid synthase.
- Inhibition of this enzyme can lead to sideroblastic anemia.
Aminolevulinic Acid Dehydratase and Lead Poisoning
- Aminolevulinic acid dehydratase is involved in heme synthesis.
- Lead poisoning can inhibit this enzyme, leading to anemia.
Cystathionine Synthase Deficiency
- Autosomal recessive disorder causing homocystinuria.
- Characterized by marfanoid body habitus and hypercoagulability.
Glucose 6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency
- Increased red blood cell susceptibility to oxidative stress.
- Hemolysis causing normocytic, normochromic hemolytic anemia.
- No sideroblastic rings present.
Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency
- Normocytic, normochromic hemolytic anemia.
- No ring sideroblasts present.
Sirolimus
- Immunosuppressant that inhibits mTOR.
- Blocks IL-2 signaling, preventing cell cycle progression and lymphocyte proliferation.
Radial Head Subluxation (Nursemaid's Elbow)
- Displacement of the annular ligament into the radiohumeral joint.
- Occurs due to pulling on the arm.
- Presents with elbow flexed and forearm pronated.
Radial Collateral Ligament Injury
- Can occur with elbow fractures.
Ulnar Collateral Ligament Injury
- Repetitive overuse, such as pitching a baseball.
Hypokalemia and Bulimia Nervosa
- Healthy adult with normal BMI and preoccupation with body size.
- Concerning for self-induced vomiting associated with bulimia nervosa.
- Tachycardia, hypotension, painless bilateral parotid gland swelling, and scarring on the dorsum of the hand are common signs.
Chronic Granulomatous Disease
- Due to NADPH oxidase deficiency.
- Inability of neutrophils to generate a respiratory burst and produce reactive oxygen species.
- Confirmed by absence of fluorescence on dihydrohodamine flow cytometry testing.
Chronic Granulomatous Disease Pathology
- Recurrent infections of lungs, skin, liver, and lymph nodes.
- Diffuse granuloma formation.
- Microbiology typically shows catalase-positive organisms like Staphylococcus aureus, Burkholderia, Serratia, Nocardia, and Aspergillus.
Histoplasma capsulatum Infection in AIDS
- Disseminated disease to liver, spleen, and bone marrow.
- Hepatosplenomegaly and pancytopenia.
Cryptococcus neoformans in AIDS
- Meningoencephalitis.
Müllerian Agenesis
- 46 XX females with normal ovaries and secondary sexual characteristics.
- Variable uterine development and no upper vagina, resulting in a shortened vagina.
Kallmann Syndrome
- Decreased synthesis of GnRH in the hypothalamus.
- Anosmia and hypogonadotropic hypogonadism.
Toxoplasma gondii Infection
- Intracellular parasite transmitted through contaminated cat feces.
- Encephalitis with multiple ring-enhancing lesions in immunocompromised individuals.
Transverse Tubules in Muscle Contraction
- Invaginations of the sarcolemma transmitting depolarization signals to the sarcoplasmic reticulum.
- Trigger calcium release and induce muscle contraction.
- Uniform distribution ensures simultaneous contraction of myofibrils.
Acetyl CoA Carboxylase and Fatty Acid Metabolism
- Converts acetyl CoA to malonyl CoA, a rate-limiting step in fatty acid synthesis.
- Malonyl CoA inhibits mitochondrial carnitine acyltransferase, preventing beta-oxidation of fatty acids.
Mesothelioma
- Multiple nodules form on the parietal pleura, gradually encasing lung parenchyma.
- Positive staining for cytokeratins and calretinin.
Cardiovascular Dysphagia
- External compression of the esophagus by a dilated and posteriorly displaced left atrium.
- Occurs in patients with rheumatic heart disease and mitral stenosis/regurgitation.
Antipsychotics and Galactorrhea/Amenorrhea
- Work by blocking dopamine 2 receptors in the tuberoinfundibular pathway.
- Can result in galactorrhea and amenorrhea.
Base Excision Repair
- Glycosylase removes damaged bases.
- Endonuclease and lyase cleave and remove the empty sugar phosphate site.
- DNA polymerase replaces the missing nucleotide.
- Ligase seals the final nick.
Clostridium difficile Colitis
- Pathogenic C. difficile proliferates due to loss of commensal gut flora following antibiotic use.
- Toxins A and B stimulate inflammation and disrupt the actin cytoskeleton.
- Pseudomembranous colitis with crampy abdominal pain, watery diarrhea, and leukocytosis.
Interferon Gamma Release Assays
- Test for latent tuberculosis infection by measuring IFN-gamma released by T lymphocytes exposed to Mycobacterium tuberculosis antigens.
Borderline Personality Disorder
- Persistent pattern of unstable relationships, mood lability, and impulsivity.
- Ideation or behavior may occur in response to perceived rejection or abandonment.
Pharyngeal Cleft and Pouch Pathology
- 1st Pharyngeal Cleft: Periauricular cyst/fistula.
- 2nd Pharyngeal Pouch: Cleft palate.
- 3rd and 4th Pharyngeal Pouches: 22q11 microdeletion syndrome (DiGeorge syndrome).
Renal Tubular Cell Response to Ischemia
- Loss of epithelial cell polarity is an early change.
Verapamil and Skeletal Muscle Calcium Channels
- Calcium channel blocker, but skeletal muscle is resistant to its effects.
- Calcium release from the sarcoplasmic reticulum is triggered by a mechanical interaction between L-type and RyR calcium channels.
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