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Digestive System

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Why is it important to know the mucosal layers of the digestive system?   show
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show mucosa  
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show insides of organs and cavities  
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What portions is the mucosa divided into?   show
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What does the thickness of the mucosa depend on?   show
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What does the epithelial layer in the mucosa do?   show
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What is found in the lamina propria layer of the mucosa?   show
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What is found in the muscularis layer of the mucosa and what does it do?   show
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show -functions in the body's immune system -provides a barrier against foreign particles -protects against harmful agents -absorbs during digestion  
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How does the mucosa provide a barrier against foreign particles?   show
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show True  
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show magic mouthwash  
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show numbing agent (e.g. lidocaine), coating agent (to stick to membrane), benadryl (to reduce inflammation and redness), antibiotic (in case of infection)  
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show submucosa  
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What does the submucosa contain?   show
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What does the connective tissue in the submucosa help the gut do?   show
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show muscularis  
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show movement (peristalsis)  
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show serosa  
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What is the serosa composed of?   show
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What are the functions of the serosa?   show
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show pericardial, pleural, and peritoneal  
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The loops of the digestive tract are anchored to the posterior wall of the abdominal cavity by a double fold of the peritoneal tissue called the ________________.   show
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show No  
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show adventitia  
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show outer layer of fibrous connective tissue that lines an organ  
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The esophagus is divided into what 3 portions?   show
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show squamous cell  
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show adenocarcinoma  
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show adenocarcinoma  
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Is esophagus cancer more common in men or women?   show
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What are some etiological factors of esophageal cancer?   show
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What is the most common symptom of esophageal cancer?   show
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show surgery if possible, radiation combined with chemo  
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Why might an esophageal tumor be considered unresectable?   show
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show since there is not that lining that would hold the tumor in place for a period of time, it is possible for the cancer to cause skip lesions  
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show mold or fungus that is found on foods that grow in the ground; associated with tumors of the digestive system  
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show fundus at the top, body, and pylorus at the bottom  
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show 3 pints  
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show men  
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What age range does stomach cancer most commonly affect?   show
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What are some etiological factors of stomach cancer?   show
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show adenocarcinoma (90-95%)  
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show sarcomas (GIST -- gastrointestinal stromal tumors) or lymphomas (MALT -- mucosal associated lymphatic tissues)  
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What is the most common symptom of stomach cancer?   show
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show diagnosis  
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The pancreas functions as what 2 glands?   show
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What does the endocrine gland produce?   show
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What does the exocrine gland produce?   show
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Tumors of the pancreas are often _________________ when diagnosed.   show
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show 5-20%  
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show it is bc the general age of being diagnosed is 70+ and are normally in poor health and cannot tolerate treatment  
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Is pancreatic cancer more common in men or women?   show
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show family hx, chronic pancreatitis, coffee, alcohol, smoking, H. pylori, Hep B, and Lynch syndrome  
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show inherited syndrome that increases the risk of malignancies  
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show adenocarcinoma  
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The symptoms for pancreatic cancer depends on what?   show
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show jaundice  
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If the pancreatic tumor is on the tail of the pancreas, what kind of symptom would occur in 10-20% of cases?   show
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What surgery would be performed for pancreatic cancer?   show
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show removal of the head of pancreas, duodenum, bile ducts, gall bladder, and any involved tissues  
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show chemotherapy 5-FU and gemcitabine (may be combined w/ rad therapy)  
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What is the largest gland of the body?   show
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The liver is an _______________ gland that secretes __________.   show
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show poor prognosis  
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show men  
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show Hep B and C, cirrhosis, alcohol, smoking, and obesity  
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show hepatocellular carcinoma  
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What is the histopathology of liver cancer if it is a secondary tumor?   show
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Is a primary or secondary tumor more likely in the US?   show
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show -surgery -chemo -embolization -radiofrequency -rad therapy  
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show bile which helps to dissolve fat  
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T or F. Gallbladder cancer is rare and carries a poor prognosis.   show
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show women  
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What is the average age of diagnosis of gallbladder cancer?   show
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show gallstones, porcelain gallbladder, obesity, smoking, choledochal cysts, polyps, and family hx  
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show cholangiocarcinoma  
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What are the most common symptoms of gallbladder cancer?   show
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show surgery and chemo  
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show capillaries  
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show absorb glucose and amino acids  
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How are villus arranged?   show
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show bc this increases the surface area and make it well suited for the absorption of water and nutrients  
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show micro-villi that further increase the surface area for absorption  
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What are lacteals in the villi?   show
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show crypts of Lieberkuhn (or paneth cells)  
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What are the 3 sections of the small intestine?   show
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What gland is found in the duodenum and what does it do?   show
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show digestion  
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show absorption of fat and soluble vitamins like A, D, E, and K  
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show 15-20 feet  
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show gut associated lymphatic tissues (GALT) located in the small intestine and prominent ileum  
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show men  
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What age range is typically affected by small intestine cancer?   show
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What are some etiological factors of small intestine cancer?   show
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show adenocarcinomas, carcinoid tumors, lymphomas, sarcomas (GIST)  
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show pain, nausea/vomiting  
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What are the treatment options for small intestine?   show
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Why would rad therapy not be an option for small intestine cancer?   show
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What is cancer of the large intestine/colon often referred to as?   show
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show reclaim water  
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How is colo-rectal disease preventable?   show
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show over 50  
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Why is colo-rectal disease starting to be seen in people younger than 50?   show
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show polyps, obesity, processed food, poor diets, family hx, Lynch syndrome, Chroh's disease, smoking, and alcohol  
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What are the 4 histopathology types of colorectal disease?   show
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What is the treatment option for early stage (I - III) colorectal disease?   show
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What is the treatment option for late stage (IV) colorectal disease?   show
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show dentate line  
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Who is more affected by anal cancer?   show
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What are some etiological factors of anal cancer?   show
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show squamous cell carcinoma (90%) others: adenocarcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, melanomas, GISTs  
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show -polyps -skin tags -warts -lipomas  
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What are the symptoms associated with anal cancer?   show
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What are the treatment options for anal cancer?   show
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Where in the GI systema would H. pylori cause cancer?   show
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show stomach and colon  
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Where in the GI system would processed (salted, smoked, preserved) foods cause cancer?   show
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Where in the GI system would polyps cause cancer?   show
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show stomach, pancreas, gallbladder, and colon  
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show pancreas and liver  
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Where in the GI system would Lynch syndrome cause cancer?   show
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Where in the GI system would obesity cause cancer?   show
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Where in the GI system would celiac disease cause cancer?   show
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show small intestine and colon  
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show esophagus, stomach, pancreas, liver, small intestine, and colon  
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Where in the GI system would HPV cause cancer?   show
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Where in the GI system would smoking cause cancer?   show
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show because you can swallow the carcinogens from smoking and this will stay in the GI tract until it passes through  
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TD 5/5 for colon   show
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CT # for air   show
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show 1000  
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CT # for water   show
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CT # for fat   show
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