Gastroenterology — Flashcards

Gastroenterology US Medical PG Flashcards - Medical Study Cards

Master Gastroenterology with OnCourse flashcards. These spaced repetition flashcards are designed for medical students preparing for NEET PG, USMLE Step 1, USMLE Step 2, MBBS exams, and other medical licensing examinations.

Gastroenterology Flashcard Deck - 10 Cards

Flashcard 581: _____ involves defective IL-2R or ADA deficiency resulting in ↓↓ T cell and B cell maturation

Answer: Severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID)

Extra: https://onlinemeded.org/spa/immunology?ref=anki

Flashcard 582: What is the likely diagnosis in a patient with well-controlled diabetes that develops diarrhea, weight loss, anemia, and erythematous plaques with central clearing? _____

Answer: Glucagonoma

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Flashcard 583: What is the recommended treatment for confirmed gonorrhea infection?\n_____ (plus Doxycycline if chlamydia is not ruled out)

Answer: Ceftriaxone

Extra: Current CDC guidelines recommend Ceftriaxone 500mg IM monotherapy for uncomplicated gonorrhea. Doxycycline (100mg BID for 7 days) is added only if chlamydia has not been excluded. Azithromycin is no longer recommended for routine dual therapy due to resistance concerns.

Flashcard 584: What is tx of anal cancer? _____

Answer: Nigro radiochemotherapy or resection

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Flashcard 585: What is the most common cause of osteomyelitis in the following populations: General: ___ Penetrating (e.g., foot puncture through shoe): _ Sickle cell: _ Diabetes mellitus: ___

Answer: Staph aureus

Extra: Note: In IV drug users, *S. aureus* is still the most common cause, but there is an increased incidence of *Pseudomonas* and *Candida* osteomyelitis compared to the general population.

Flashcard 586: What is 1st line tx of GERD? _____

Answer: PPI

Extra: https://onlinemeded.org/spa/gastroenterology/esophagus/acquire?ref=anki

Flashcard 587: Is primary prophylaxis against HSV recommended for patients with HIV? _____

Answer: No

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Flashcard 588: What is the treatment for an immunocompromised patient with suppurative sialadenitis? _____

Answer: IV vancomycin and meropenem

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Flashcard 589: When does colonoscopy screening begin for average-risk individuals?\n_____

Answer: Age 45 (or 10 years before diagnosis in a first-degree relative)

Extra: Current guidelines (USPSTF/ACG) recommend colorectal cancer screening starting at age 45 for average-risk individuals. For patients with a first-degree relative diagnosed with CRC before age 60 (or two first-degree relatives at any age), screening should begin at age 40 or 10 years before the age of the relative's diagnosis, whichever is earlier.

Flashcard 590: Which genital infection is characterized by extensive, painless ulcers without lymphadenopathy? _____

Answer: Klebsiella granulomatis (granuloma inguinale)

Extra: https://onlinemeded.org/spa/infectious-disease/genital-ulcers/acquire?ref=anki

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GERD and esophageal disorders

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Peptic ulcer disease

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Helicobacter pylori infection

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Celiac disease

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Irritable bowel syndrome

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Diverticular disease

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GI bleeding (upper and lower)

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Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth

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Malabsorption syndromes

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Colorectal cancer screening

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Functional GI disorders

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Anorectal disorders

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GI motility disorders

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