Gastroenterology — Flashcards

Compared to Cryptosporidium causing watery diarrhea, _____ causes floating, fatty, foul-smelling steatorrhea

What demographic (age group) is commonly associated with diverticulosis? _____

Uremia, a consequence of renal failure, may cause _____ dysfunction in the blood

How does Listeriosis (Listeria monocytogenes) commonly present in healthy individuals?_____

Chronic cholecystitis presents with vague RUQ pain, especially after _____

Villous adenomas can cause _____ diarrhea, hypovolemia, and electrolyte abnormalities

Which type of esophageal cancer (SCC or adenocarcinoma) is associated with obesity, GERD and Barrett esophagus? _____

Interferon alpha may be used to treat _____ caused by HHV-8

Molluscum contagiosum is typically seen in children but can be _____ transmitted in adults

What is the most common ulcer complication (both gastric and duodenal)?_____