GI/Exocrine Pancreas Flashcards
How are protons pumped out of parietal cells?
Carbonic anhydrase converts H2O & CO2 to HCO3 & H. H secreted through apical H/K ATPase pump. HCO3 exchanges with Cl- in the basolateral membrane
Name the three stimulants for gastric acid production and the associated receptor
- Histamine - H2 receptor 2. Acetylcholine - M3 receptor 3. Gastrin - CCK2 receptor
Where are stress related mucosal disease (SRMD) lesions found?
Stomach with oxyntic glands: fundus & body Contrast: peptic ulcer @ antrum and pylorus
What pH is required for platelet aggregation and fibrin clot formation?
>6
What is the function of the extracellular mucus barrier?
- maintain surface pH 7 2. prevent pepsin infiltration & proteolytic degradation 3. Hydrophobic properties of surfactant repel water soluble agents
What are the most common causes of hemorrhage in dogs with acute abdomen?
Splenic rupture (secondary to neoplasia) Hemorrhage from GI ulceration
What is the most common range for glucose in a dog with sepsis?
40-60 mg/dL although it can be lower
Where is the most common place to detect free gas in the abdomen on radiographs?
Between the stomach or liver and the diaphragm on a lateral projection
Large volumes of free gas in the abdomen are associated with which conditions?
Pneumocystography with a ruptured bladder Vaginal rupture Recent surgery Ruptured GDV Pneumoperitoneography Extension of pneumomediastinum
Small volumes of free gas in the abdomen are associated with which conditions?
Rupture of the GI tract Infection with a gas-forming organism
What is the normal diameter of the small intestine in the dog? and in the cat?
Dog: 2-3x the width of a rib or less than the width of an intercostal space Cat: Should not exceed twice the height of the central portion of the L4 vertebral body, or 12 mm
What difference between blood glucose levels between the periphery and abdominal effusion would you expect in a septic abdomen?
BG of periphery should be > 20 mg/dL higher than the abdominal effusion. This has a 100% specificity in dogs and cats, and is 100% sensitive in dogs, 86% sensitive in cats
What difference between lactate levels between the periphery and abdominal effusion would you expect in a septic abdomen?
Peritoneal fluid lactate should be > 2.0 mmol/L higher than blood lactate 100% specificity and sensitivity in dogs, not reported in cats
What ratio between potassium levels in abdominal fluid vs blood would you expect in a uroabdomen?
Dog 1.4 : 1 Cat 1.9 : 1 100% sensitive in the dog, considered diagnostic for uroabdomen, not reported in the cat
What ratio between creatinine levels in abdominal fluid vs blood would you expect in a uroabdomen?
Dog 2 : 1 Cat 2 : 1 86% sensitive, 100% specific in the dog Not reported in the cat
What ratio between bilirubin levels in abdominal fluid vs blood would you expect in a bile peritonitis?
> 2 : 1 100% sensitive in dogs
What is the sensitivity and specificity of cPLI?
Sensitivity: 82% with severe pancreatitis, 63.6% with less severe pancreatitis Specificity: 96.8%
What is the sensitivity and specificity of fPLI?
Sensitivity: 67% in all cats with pancreatitis, 100% in cats with moderate to severe pancreatitis Specificity: 100%
What is the sensitivity and specificity of SNAP cPLI?
Sensitivity: 92-94% Specificity: 71-78%
What is the sensitivity and specificity of SNAP fPLI?
Sensitivity: 79% Specificity: 80%
What is the ratio of maximal small intestinal diameter to the narrowest width of L5 on the lateral radiograph in dogs?
Ratio > 1.6
What is the ratio of maximal small intestinal diameter to the height of the cranial endplate of L2 in the cat?
Ratio > 2.0
On abdominal ultrasound in dogs, the jejunum should have a luminal diameter of less than what value?
Less than 1.5 cm If greater than 1.5cm with normal wall layering, intestinal obstruction should be investigated
List some breeds predisposed to congenital megaesophagus?
wire haired fox terriers, mini schnauzers, g shepherds, great danes, shar peis, irish setters, labs, newfies