Gastroenterology — Flashcards

Achalasia is characterized by _____ LES pressure on esophageal manometry

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

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

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

Carcinoid syndrome is characterized by bronchospasm (asthmatic wheezing), recurrent diarrhea, and _____

The tears in Mallory-Weiss syndrome are caused by a rapid increase in _____ pressure (ex. retching, vomiting)

What demographic (age group) is associated with transitional cell carcinoma of the bladder? _____

Which protozoal complication can present with megacolon and megaesophagus?_____

About 10% of cases of insulinoma are associated with _____ syndrome

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