Gastroenterology & Hepatology — Flashcards

Folate is absorbed in the _____ and stored in the liver for up to 3 months

Haemochromatosis clasically presents with this triad (advanced): _____ Diabetes mellitus Bronze skin

Co-prescribe long-term NSAIDs use with _____ to prevent peptic ulcers

Screen for haemochromatosis if it is suspected or _____ relatives of hereditary haemochromatosis patients

What is a common cause of death in haemochromatosis? _____

Duodenal ulcers located in the _____ duodenum may rupture, leading to bleeding from the gastroduodenal artery

Portal hypertension may lead to _____ shunts, which can result in oesophageal varices, gastric varices, anorectal varices, and caput medusae

Gynaecomastia & testicular atrophy are a(n) _____ sign of cirrhosis

Hint: early/intermediate/late

Neuropsychiatric symptoms of cirrhosis include hepatic _____ and asterixis ("flapping tremor")

What is the mainstay management of uncomplicated paralytic ileus? _____