Gastroenterology — Flashcards

What head and neck infection is characterized by trismus, muffled voice, and deviation of the uvula on physical exam? _____

Uric acid kidney stones are often seen in diseases with increased _____ (e.g. leukemia, myeloproliferative disorders)

Where is referred pain for acute cholecystitis? _____

Diabetes, gallstones, steatorrhea and hypochlorhydria is suggestive of _____

Hint: condition

In patients on _____ or prolonged fasting, the normal stimulus for CCK release and gallbladder contraction is absent causing gallbladder stasis

What is the likely diagnosis in a patient status-post Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery who presents with abdominal bloating, diarrhea, and macrocytic anemia? _____

What is the next step after an endoscopic biopsy is positive for gastric adenocarcinoma? _____

_____ causes of chest pain = non-exertional, lasting > 1 hour, postprandial symptoms, associated heartburn/dysphagia, and relieved by antireflux therapy

Post-op ileus and paralysis are symptoms of _____

Hint: electrolyte abnormality

What is the most common cause of gastric outlet obstruction in adults? _____