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GI - miscellaneous Flashcards

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how would you diagnose coeliac disease?

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blood serum tests for antibodies and upper GI endoscopy

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how can UC (ulcerative colitis) and CD (coeliac disease) be managed?

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steroids, immunomodulators e.g. methotrexate, infliximab / adalimumab which bind to inflammatory markers

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what is ascites?

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accumulation of fluid and swelling of abdomen

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what are varies?

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dilated and tortuous blood vessels

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what are the tests for pancreatitis?

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stool test for elastase (made by pancreas); X-ray to check for calcification; USS; CT/MRI

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