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Which gene is associated with hereditary pancreatitis?
Which gene is associated with hereditary pancreatitis?
- CFTR gene
- SPINK1 gene
- PRSS1 gene (correct)
- All of the above
What is the primary mechanism behind pain in chronic pancreatitis?
What is the primary mechanism behind pain in chronic pancreatitis?
- Hyperstimulation
- Ischemia
- Acidosis
- All of the above (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a general recommendation for the management of chronic pancreatitis?
Which of the following is NOT a general recommendation for the management of chronic pancreatitis?
- Cessation of alcohol
- Hydration
- Small, low-fat meals
- Increased pancreatic enzyme supplementation (correct)
What is the primary purpose of pancreatic enzyme supplementation in chronic pancreatitis?
What is the primary purpose of pancreatic enzyme supplementation in chronic pancreatitis?
Which of the following is NOT a typical indication for invasive/surgical therapy in chronic pancreatitis?
Which of the following is NOT a typical indication for invasive/surgical therapy in chronic pancreatitis?
Which of the following is the most sensitive and specific test for steatorrhea in chronic pancreatitis?
Which of the following is the most sensitive and specific test for steatorrhea in chronic pancreatitis?
What is the role of antioxidant therapy in the management of chronic pancreatitis?
What is the role of antioxidant therapy in the management of chronic pancreatitis?
Which of the following imaging modalities is considered the diagnostic test of choice for chronic pancreatitis?
Which of the following imaging modalities is considered the diagnostic test of choice for chronic pancreatitis?
What is the primary purpose of using direct pancreatic function tests in chronic pancreatitis?
What is the primary purpose of using direct pancreatic function tests in chronic pancreatitis?
Which of the following is NOT a typical component of the stepwise approach to pain management in chronic pancreatitis?
Which of the following is NOT a typical component of the stepwise approach to pain management in chronic pancreatitis?
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