Gastroenterology — Flashcards

Zollinger-Ellison syndrome is caused by a _____ of the pancreas or duodenum

Why does type 1 diabetes mellitus present with weight loss and decreased muscle mass?_____

Which is more common, vitamin B12 or folate deficiency? _____

What endocrine disorder may be associated with Zollinger-Ellison syndrome? _____

What is the urine osmolality (mOsm/kg) in early postrenal azotemia? _____

Which demographic is at an increased risk of Listeria monocytogenes infection?_____

_____ dermatitis arises upon exposure to allergens (e.g. nickel, poison ivy, neomycin)

Which blistering skin disorder presents with thin-walled bullae that rupture easily? _____

A properly functioning marrow responds to anemia by increasing the reticulocyte count to _____%

The most common gallstone complication is _____