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what is nissen fundoplication and when is it used

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used for chronic gastro-oesophageal reflux disease. This procedure tightens the lower oesophageal sphincter to reduce reflux of acid back out of the stomach.

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low serum copper and reduced serum caeruloplasmin - what is this

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Ceruloplasmin is a protein that carries copper to the parts of your body that

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features of wilsons disease

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liver - hepatitis and cirrhosis
neuroloigcal - basal ganglia degeneration
speech and psych problems
asterixis , chorea, dementia and parkinsonism
green brown rings of iris
blue nails
hemolysis
renal tubular acidosis - fanconi

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diagnosis of wilsons disease conirmed by what

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the diagnosis is confirmed by genetic analysis of the ATP7B gene

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what can help oesophageal spasm

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CCB

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vomiting and aspiration prodcue what kind of abg picture

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metabolic alkalosis and low chlorine

things like peptic ulcer leading to pyloric or nasogastric tube suction

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drug cause of metabolic alk

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diuretics

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mech of met alk

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activation of renin-angiotensin II-aldosterone (RAA) system is a key factor
aldosterone causes reabsorption of Na+ in exchange for H+ in the DCT
ECF depletion (vomiting, diuretics) → Na+ and Cl- loss → activation of RAA system → raised aldosterone levels
in hypokalaemia, K+ shift from cells → ECF, alkalosis is caused by shift of H+ into cells to maintain neutrality

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1st line mx of NAFLD

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weight loss

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1st line for achalasia

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pneumatic balloon dilation

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6 red flags for gastic CA

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new-onset dyspepsia in a patient aged >55 years
unexplained persistent vomiting
unexplained weight-loss
progressively worsening dysphagia/
odynophagia
epigastric pain

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apple core sign

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o ca

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dyspepsia over dysphagia think

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barrets

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plummer vinson triad and oesophageal featires

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Plummer-Vinson syndrome presents as a triad of iron deficiency anaemia, atrophic glossitis and oesophageal webs or strictures. Oesophageal webs are mostly located in the upper oesophagus and consist of multiple concentric narrowings. In contrast, this patient’s barium swallow shows one moderate-large narrowing of the lower oesophagus, making oesophageal webs unlikely

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severe flare of UC

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IV steriods

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UC mx summary for inducing remission

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start with topical aminosalicylae
no remission in 4w add oral one
then add oral steriod

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maintaining mild UC - proctitis and proctosigmoiditis

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topical /oralaminosalicylate daily

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maintaining left sided and extensive UC

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oral amino

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if severe relapse or over 2 exacerbations in one year what do you give

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oral azathioprine or oral mercaptopurine

probiotics can prevent relapse

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severe diarrhoea will show what electrolyte inbalances and abg reading

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Severe diarrhoea, particularly in elderly patients may results in renal impairment, hypokalaemia and hyponatraemia

metabolic acidosis

significant loss of bicarbonate and potassium through the gastrointestinal tract,

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Which of the following is the most appropriate for post-eradication therapy h-pylori testing?

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Urea breath test

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first line hepatic encephalopathy

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oral lactulose

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how does lactulose work in HE

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lactulose is thought to work by promoting the excretion of ammonia and increasing the metabolism of ammonia by gut bacteria

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retrosternal CP , radiating back and epiG , dyspnea , episode of vomiting caused this - alcohoic , crackles in lung fields showing RS pleural effusion what is it

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Oesophagela perforation - boergaave

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how does rifaximin work in HE
antibiotics such as rifaximin are thought to modulate the gut flora resulting in decreased ammonia production
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what is the mackler triad-boeeherave
vomiting severe retrosternal chest pain, typically radiating to the back subcutaneous emphysema
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lethargy, puritis , ALP and yGT up
PBC
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aziathiopurine class and moa
immunsuppresssant Azathioprine's mechanism of action is not entirely understood but it may be related to inhibition of purine synthesis, along with inhibition of B and T cells.
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ascites why do we use aldosterone antagonist - moa
lower sodium and hence, water retention. In general, where sodium goes, water follows.
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when do you consider fluid restriction in ascites
when sodium is under 125
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mx barrets
high dose PPI
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barrets with metaplasia only what mx now
endoscoppy 3-5yrly
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dysplasia of any grade what is offered in barrets
endoscopic intervention is offered. Options include: radiofrequency ablation: preferred first-line treatment, particularly for low-grade dysplasia endoscopic mucosal resection
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difference between metaplasia and dysplasia
Metaplasia is the term used to describe the transformation of one mature type of cell into another mature type of cell. Dysplasia is a term used to describe an increased amount of immature cell types, often abnormal
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When treating dyspepsia, if either a PPI or 'test and treat' approach has failed what should you do
try the other so ppi for month or eradication therapy if positiv e
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fidaxomicin moa
Blocks Clostridium difficile B toxin (TcdB)
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main ascites mx
reducing dietary sodium fluid restriction is sometimes recommended if the sodium is < 125 mmol/L aldosterone antagonists: e.g. spironolactone driangae if tense - paracentesis with albumin cover prophylacitc abx cover reduce risk of SBP TIPS considered
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top diff of this - This patient has osteomalacia, symptoms of diarrhoea and fatigue, and a history of autoimmune thyroid disease.
coeliac
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how does coeliac lead to osteomalacia
impaired vitamin D absorption secondary to villous atrophy.
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haemochromatosis IX
transferrin saturation - gold ferritin -not abnormal if caught early ferritin can be raised in inflmmaotry states
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TIBC is high in IDA, and low/normal in anaemia of chronic disease why is TIBC high in IDA and not in chronic anaeia
high TIBC is because the body still has the capability to transport iron around the body since there is not a high concentration of iron currently. In because, in anaemia of chronic disease, there is not a lack of iron, but the iron is trapped elsewhere and not able to be used. For example, it is trapped in inflammatory tissue. However, since it is therefore still in the body, the capability of the body to attach to free iron and transport it around is reduced (or normal), represented by TIBC.
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second most common association of HNPCC after colorectal cance
endometrial
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malnutrition dx weight loss
Unintentional weight loss greater than 10% within the last 3-6 months is diagnostic of malnutrition
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his patient's presentation is suggestive of hepatorenal syndrome (HRS), a type of functional kidney impairment that occurs in patients with advanced liver disease. The key features include ascites, low urine output, and a significant increase in serum creatinine first line to treat this
erllipressin - vasopressin analgoue
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how does vasopressin work
It works by inducing splanchnic vasoconstriction which reduces portal pressure and improves renal blood flow.
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firm smooth tender pulsatile liver edge what is most likley cause
Right heart failure is associated with a firm, smooth, tender and pulsatile liver edge copd cause RHSF
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what is a must score
MUST (Malnutrition Universal Screen Tool)
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what gastro drug increased risk of OP
omeprazole - osteoporosis → increased risk of fractures
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stopping mediciations before OGD and breath test gaviscon PPI ranitidine - H2 abx how long for all
topping medications before OGD (1-4): 1 day = gaviscon 2 weeks = PPIs 3 days = ranitidine 4 weeks = antibiotics
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pt with ascities 2ndary to liver cirrhosis with abdo p and fever and distension how would you confrim most likely dx and what is it
SBP neutrophil count under 250 from paracentesis Prescribe prophylactic ciprofloxacin
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when do you treat stones in the biliary tree
Asymptomatic gallstones which are located in the gallbladder are common and do not require treatment. However, if stones are present in the common bile duct there is an increased risk of complications such as cholangitis or pancreatitis and surgical management should be considered.
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two ways carcinoid syndrome occurs
usually occurs when metastases are present in the liver and release serotonin into the systemic circulation may also occur with lung carcinoid as mediators are not 'cleared' by the liver
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what is the double duct sign and when is it seen
the presence of dilatation of both the pancreatic and common bile ducts. pancreatic cancer
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difference between pancreatic ca and PBC and PSC on CT abdo
pancreatic cancer - double duct - extrahepatic duct dilation PBC - intraheaptic duct dilation PSC - intra-hepatic duct dialtion
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mx of alcoholic hepatitis
prednisilone if indicated
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Bile acid malabsorption occurs when
Primary or secondary to cholecystectomy, Crohn’s, coeliac.
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you get chronic diarrhoea in bile acid malabsorption how do you test for this
SeHCAT. - s a diagnostic test to check how well your gut is able to absorb bile acids. If the absorption is poor, this can result in chronic (long term) diarrhoea. give - Cholestyramine - bile acid sequestrant
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sliding hiatus hernia. Which of the following is the first-line management for her condition?
Correct, first-line management includes lifestyle changes (weight loss, avoiding lying flat) and PPIs to reduce acid reflux.
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dx ix for hiatus hernia
barium swallow
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A 76-year-old woman presents with abdominal pain, distension and vomiting. She recently had an episode of acute cholecystitis and is awaiting a cholecystectomy. She feels her symptoms have returned over the past few days. On examination her abdomen is distended. what is going on here
This patient has developed small bowel obstruction secondary to an impacted gallstone.
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gallstone ileus what do you see on plain film
In gallstone ileus, a plain abdominal film classically shows small bowel obstruction and air in the biliary tree
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anastamotic leak how long psot surgery
Anastomotic leaks can occur up to several weeks after surgery, but most develop within 3 days.
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sx anastamotic leak
Low blood pressure, rapid heart rate, fever, stomach pain, nausea and vomiting, drainage from a surgical wound, pain in the left shoulder area, decreased urine output
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what is an anastamotic leak
An anastomotic leak is a serious complication that occurs when the contents of a reconnected body channel leak after a surgical anastomosis fails: An anastomosis is a procedure that connects two ends of a channel together by sealing them. The most common type of surgery that involves anastomosis is bowel resection, but other procedures, like a gastric bypass, also involve anastomosis
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autoimmune hepatitis blood results for ALT AST and ALP what would they show would you see a raised AMA
Autoimmune hepatitis is more likely to show predominantly raised ALT / AST on LFTs than ALP no AMA raised in PBC
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hyposlenism for exmaple in coealiac what vaccine every 5 yr
pnuemoccoal
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Bile-acid malabsorption- history of watery diarrhoea which is green in colour, associated with abdominal bloating and cramping- may be treated
Cholestyramine
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lead pipe appearance of the colon
uc
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Total iron-binding capacity reflects the availability of iron-binding sites on transferrin. The levels, therefore, increase in iron deficiency and decrease in iron overload - what would you see in haemachomatois
As such you would expect a low total iron-binding capacity in haemochromatosis, leaving option 4 as the correct answer.
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triad of liver failure
Liver failure = triad of encephalopathy, jaundice and coagulopathy
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ix you should do if someone comes in with intermittent abdo pain, diarrhoea suspecting IBS or IBD
In addition to a full blood count (FBC), urea & electrolytes (U&E), coeliac screen, erythryocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) and C-reactive protein (CRP) faecal calprotectin
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what node is lateral to the umbilicus raised in malginancy potentially gastric
Sister Mary Joseph nodule - sign of metastasis to periumbilical lymph nodes, classically from gastric cancer primary
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plummer vision is triad of -dysphagia (secondary to oesophageal webs) glossitis iron-deficiency anaemia how do you treat
Treatment includes iron supplementation and dilation of the webs
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By which mechanism does loperamide act through to slow down bowel movements?
Loperamide is a µ-opioid receptor agonist which does not have systemic effects as it is not absorbed through the gut
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low-flow priaprism caused by
Low-flow: Urological emergency. Abnormally sustained erection due to impaired venous outflow. Results in increased pressure which impedes arterial blood flow = Ischaemia. Causes: Sickle cell. Clinical features: Very painful, fully rigid erection. Corporal blood gas: pO2 < 3, lactate raised, CO2 raised

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