Gastroenterology & Hepatology — Flashcards

On examination for paralytic ileus there is _____ due to gas accumulation

Vitamin B12-IF complex from the duodenum is absorbed in the _____

Post-abdominal surgery and absent bowel sounds / flatus, X-ray shows dilated gas-filled loops with no transition point: _____

Caput medusae is a(n) _____ sign of cirrhosis

Hint: early/intermediate/late

What is the initial imaging for biliary colic? _____

The most common type of peptic ulcers are _____ ulcers

_____ is chronic inflammation of the liver causing scar tissue to replace normal tissue

_____ cirrhosis describes the initial asymptomatic phase where the liver function is preserved

Hint: type

What is the mainstay management of uncomplicated paralytic ileus? _____

What is the lifestyle management of cirrhosis? _____