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Gastroenterology — MCQs

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Q401Medium

A 60-year-old man with a known history of hemochromatosis, cirrhosis, and portal hypertension presented to the emergency department with altered mental status. The patient's attendant reported that over the last three days, the patient has become confused. There is no history of melena or hematemesis. For chronic ascites, diet control and spironolactone are being administered regularly. In the past, the patient experienced an episode of variceal bleeding for which he was prescribed propranolol, and no further episodes have occurred. On examination, the patient is not well-oriented to time and place but is oriented to person. He is afebrile, and his vital signs are stable; however, ascites and asterixis are notable. Laboratory investigations show a hemoglobin of 10.1 g/dL, creatinine of 1.4 mg/dL, and blood urea nitrogen of 45 mg/dL. Paracentesis revealed clear fluid with 800 WBC (40% neutrophils). Which statement regarding this condition is false?

Q402Medium

Which of the following statements is true about ascites?

Q403Medium

All of the following can predispose to non-cirrhotic portal fibrosis, EXCEPT:

Q404Medium

All of the following are true about amoebic liver abscess except?

Q405Medium

A 40-year-old male with a history of jaundice and ascites is a known alcoholic. Which of the following statements is true regarding his condition?

Q406Easy

Which of the following parameters is NOT included in the MELD score calculation?

Q407Medium

A 39-year-old female presents with chronic abdominal cramps, watery diarrhea, and periodic facial flushing. Examination reveals wheezing and a slightly enlarged liver. Workup reveals several masses within the liver and a large mass in the small intestine. Which of the following substances is likely to be elevated in her urine?

Q408Medium

Which of the following are known to produce tropical calcific pancreatitis (fibrocalculous pancreatic diabetes)?

Q409Medium

A 40-year-old male patient presented with mild abdominal pain, mild constipation with a feeling of incomplete evacuation, and mucus in stools for the past four years. On examination, tenderness is present in the left iliac fossa. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Q410Easy

Diffuse esophageal spasm is best diagnosed by which of the following investigations?

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