UGI Flashcards
(95 cards)
Impaired neuromuscular coordination of the lower esophagus due to disrupted
innervation is called _________
- Impaired swallowing due to:
- Decreased ________ in the ______ esophagus
- _____________ maintains an excessively high tone and fails to open properly during swallowing
- Food is prevented from entering the _______, causing esophageal distention
Achalasia
peristalsis
middle
Lower esophageal sphincter (LES)
stomach
Symptoms of Achalasia
Esophageal pain after swallowing
Feeling of fullness in the chest
Dysphagia
Frequent regurgitation
Aspiration
Poor intake & weight loss
Medical Treatment of Achalasia
Anticholinergic drugs (e.g. Bentyl)
Intrasphincteric botulism injection
Mechanical dilation of esophageal sphincter
Myotomy
MNT for Achalasia
Eat ______ & _____ thoroughly
_________ meals
Take ______ with meals
Altered texture based on tolerance=> _____________
High _________ nutrition supplements
slowly & chew
Small, frequent
fluids
easy to chew diet or blenderized liquid diet
calorie/protein
Reflux of gastric acid through the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) into the esophagus
GERD
GERD is caused by ______
Primarily due to spontaneous and transient _______
LES Pressure
relaxation of LES
LES pressure is decreased by:
- Smoking
- Certain foods
- Distention of the proximal stomach
- Hormone changes=> pregnancy, oral contraceptives
- Smooth muscle relaxants
- Scleroderma
Intragastric pressure can be increased by:
- Large meals
- Lifting/bending
- Obesity
- Tight fitting clothes
- Hiatal hernia
Hiatal Hernia
Symptoms of GERD
Heartburn
Odynophagia
Chronic cough, hoarseness, asthma
Complications of GERD
Esophagitis
Esophageal stricture=> dysphagia
Dental erosion
Respiratory problems
* asthma
* aspiration pneumonia
Barrett’s esophagus=> precancerous cells
goal of GERD medications
decrease gastric acid secretion
types of GERD medication
H2 receptor antagonists
proton pump inhibitors
FMI of meds that decrease acid secretion
Antacids
H2 receptor antagonists examples
fomotidine (Pepcid)
cimetidine (Tagamet)
Proton pump inhibitors are used for _______
examples?
more severe GERD
omeprazole (Prilosec)
pantoprazole (Protonix)
FMI of meds that decrease acid secretion
lower absorption of Fe, vitamin B12, Ca2+, and Mg2+
Antacids will _________
Examples?
neutralize gastric acids
Mylanta
Maalox
Tums
Lifestyle modifications to do for GERD
sleep with HOB elevated 6-8 inches
weight loss if overweight
stress management
lifestyle modifications to avoid for GERD
eating within 2-3 hours of bed
tobacco products
lying down, bending over, or straining immediately after eating
Tight fitting clothing
for GERD, a trial of the restriction of these foods that decrease LES pressure
coffee
chocolate
peppermint and spearmint
food with a high fat content
for GERD, a trial of the restriction of these foods that increase gastric secretion
black and red pepper
alcohol
coffee (reg or decaf)
tea (reg or decaf)
caffeinated beverages
For GERD avoid eating ____ meals or meals high in ____
also limit _____ beverages
large
high fat
carbonated
surgical treatment for GERD
Nissen fundoplication where funds of the stomach is wrapped around the lower esophagus to prevent reflux
problems that may occur after Nissen Fundoplication
esophageal swelling (dysphagia)
gas pain
dumping syndrome