Exam 5: Gastrointestinal System

Match the disease to the cause. -Acute pancreatitis

What is the most common cause of dilated veins in the walls of the esophagus?

Hiatal hernia is the most common disorder diagnosed on upper GI exams.

Match the disease to the cause. -Pancreatic pseudocyst

Where does the process of digestion begin?

The cause of regional enteritis is unknown.

Which of the following technical adjustments is required when imaging a patient with known obstruction of the large bowel?

Esophageal carcinoma is often detected early and carries a good prognosis.

Match the disease to the cause. -Pneumoperitoneum

Which type of diverticulum arises from the posterior wall of the cervical esophagus?

Pyloric stenosis usually results in

Which of the following is associated with prior cardiovascular disease?

Match the disease to the cause. -Acute cholecystitis

Where does the greatest amount of digestion occur?

Acquired tracheoesophageal (TE)fistulas are commonly caused by

A twisting of the bowel on itself that may lead to obstruction is termed

Which type of diverticulum arises in the distal 10 cm of the esophagus?

A common disorder of intestinal motor activity in which fluid and gas do not progress normally through an unobstructed bowel is called

Hepatocellular carcinoma is more common in persons with cirrhosis.

Esophageal varices are most commonly caused by a malfunction of the lower esophageal sphincter.