Gastroenterology & Hepatology — Flashcards

The liver damage in alcoholic cirrhosis is mediated by _____

Hint: what molecule

Spot diagnosis = _____

Peptic ulcers present with "_____" epigastric pain

Ascites is a(n) _____ sign of cirrhosis

Hint: early/intermediate/late

Spider naevi are a(n) _____ sign of cirrhosis

Hint: early/intermediate/late

The most common type of peptic ulcers are _____ ulcers

Biliary colic is more common in _____ 3:1

Hint: gender

On auscultation for paralytic ileus there are _____ bowel sounds

_____ is recommended for cirrhosis to screen for varices

Hint: investigation

Hepatitis _____ is the most common viral hepatic cause of cirrhosis