GI — Flashcards

Black liver and defective hepatocyte bilirubin excretion is suggestive of _____

Hint: condition

What causes acute cholecystitis? _____

What is the pathophysiology of duodenal atresia? _____

Hyperplastic colonic polyps are the most common and are _____

Hint: benign or malignant

Crohn disease (IBD) = lymphoid aggregates with _____

Hemolysis (sickle cell / thalassemia) = ↑ risk of _____ pigment stones Biliary tract infection = ↑ risk of _____ pigment stones

Hint: black/brown

Porcelain gallbladder is associated with an increased risk for _____ and usually requires cholecystectomy

Ménétrier disease is characterized by excess _____ production with resultant _____ loss, leading to edema

Strongest risk factor for gastric cancer = _____

Lactose intolerance can develop after gastroenteritis. Why? _____