Crohns Disease Flashcards
1
Q
CD primarily affects what part of the GI tract
A
terminal ileum
2
Q
what layer does it primarily affect
A
submucosa
3
Q
can other areas be affected
A
yes
4
Q
CD is known as a
A
granulomatous skip lesion
5
Q
Manifestations
A
diarrhea
intermittent abdominal pain
loss of weight dt decrease absorption area = decrease in nutrition