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The adverse effect of clozapine -
Hypertension
Sialorrhea
Extrapyramidal S/E
Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
1b
single
Side effects of clozapine Agranulocytosis Urinary incontinence Unstable BP & Tachycardia Hypersalivation (sialorrhoea) Worsening of diabetes Weight gain Seizures Sedation
Psychiatry
null
54941263-b5cb-47b5-9078-427f5c9d1817
Most common cause of death in criminal abortion is?
Hemorrhage
Sepsis
Air embolism
Perforation
1b
single
ANSWER: (B) SepsisREF: Forensic Medicine and Toxicology By R.N.Karmakar page 230, Textbook of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Krishan Vij 5th ed fig 26.2The most common complication from illegal abortion is retained product of conception; the most frequent cause of death is infection and sepsis.NATURAL VS CRIMINAL ABORTION Natural abortionCriminal abortionCauseSpontaneousInducedPrecipitating factorMaternal or fetal diseaseUnwanted pregnancyEvidence of genital violenceAbsentPresentForeign body from genitalsAbsentMay be presentToxic effect of drugAbsentMay be presentFetal injuryAbsentRarely present
Unknown
null
5ba3d7de-9e3f-42cf-9ba8-7330fd1c1701
Most potent statin -
Simvastatin
Pravastatin
Rosuvastatin
Simvastatin
2c
single
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Rosuvastatin o Two most potent statins are Pitavastatin (most potent) and rosuvastatin most potent).
Pharmacology
null
786b732a-ad84-4eed-a356-cf042326920e
Contraception of choice for a post paum village woman with one child :
Barrier
Copper T
Oral pills
Spermicide
1b
single
Copper T
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
null
4a8925ce-13f8-4d7c-b753-873cc4765df8
All of the following antifungal drugs inhibit ergosterol biosynthesis EXCEPT :
Ketoconazole
Fluconazole
Amphotericin B
None of these
2c
multi
null
Pharmacology
null
f8d1aab7-88d9-4a6a-982d-8f8ad20ddd8a
A 33-year-old male immigrant from Taiwan presents with increasing right upper quadrant (RUQ) pain. The pain is dull, and it does not radiate or change with eating. On examination the abdomen is soft, there is a mass in the RUQ, and no ascites is clinically detected. He has a prior history of hepatitis B. His laboratory investigations reveal hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) positive, hepatitis B surface antibody (HBsAb) negative, aspartate amino transferase (AST) 60 U/L, alanine amino transferase (ALT) 72 U/L, and an elevated alpha-fetoprotein level. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?
hepatoma
hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC)
metastatic cancer
hepatic hemangioma
1b
multi
(b) Source: (Devita, pp. 533-534) Only the chronic carrier state increases HCC risk, not previous infection. The majority, but not all, of HCC associated with HBV occurs in the setting of cirrhosis (60-90%). Because the latency period of HBV infection is 35 years, before HCC supervenes, early-life infection is strongly correlated with HCC. The chronic carrier state of HBsAg in endemic areas, such as Taiwan, is associated with a relative risk of over 100 for the development of HCC. Over half the chronic carriers of HBsAg in such a population will die of cirrhosis or HCC. In Taiwan, where childhood vaccination was introduced in 1984, the death rate from childhood HCC has already declined.
Medicine
Oncology
76f0ee5a-e1a2-4021-b892-34dda1735a99
Which of the following is not done before ABG?
Allen test
Heparin to rinse the syring
Flexion of wrist
Poking the aery at 45 degrees angle
2c
multi
Done Before ABG Allen test: integrity of palmer arch. Heparin: to rinse the syringe Poking the aery at 45-degree angle. Extend wrist joint: Radial Aery tent.
Medicine
Blood Bank & Transfusion Therapy
ab67dd74-7d14-41f7-9591-9b8e7a4c4151
Focal lesion in liver is best detected by
MRI
CT
USG
PET
0a
single
MRI in Liver lesions MRI had emerged as the best imaging test for liver lesion detection and characterization MRI provides high lesion-to-liver contrast and does not use radiation Liver-specific contrast media, such as mangofodipir trisodium (taken up by hepatocytes) and ferrumoxides (taken up by kupffer cells) demonstrate selective uptake in the liver and primarily used for lesion detection These two contrast agents are also useful in characterising specific liver tumors, such as FNH, hepatic adenoma and HCC Ref: Shackelford 7th edition Pgno : 1560
Surgery
G.I.T
507d5e62-2027-48e6-a7ba-07c8f343da89
Admixed high copper alloy powder contains
9-20% copper
13-20% copper
9-30% copper
13-30% copper
0a
multi
null
Dental
null
8156512f-8a11-47f3-8c3f-edfb0de612aa
A patient presents with LMP 8 weeks ago. She has history of delayed cycles in the past. Which of the following is the most accurate way of dating the pregnancy?
Determination of uterine size on pelvic examination
Quantitative serum HCG level
Crown-rump length on abdominal or vaginal ultrasound
Determination of progesterone level along with serum HCG level
2c
single
CRL is the best USG parameter to determine gestational age in first trimester Crown rump length - it is the longest straight line measurement of the embryo from the other margin of cephalic pole to rump mid-sagittal plane with fetus in neutral , non fixed position - Best seen on TVS - Overall best USG parameter to assess the fetal age - Ideal time to measures CRL is 7 - 10 weeks - can be done upto 14 weeks
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Diagnosis of Pregnancy
2f186270-7452-4e77-889d-c0a9bc89b0cc
Pectinate line is an impoant landmark because?
It marks a divide in nerve supply
It marks the location of change in type of epithelium
It represents a lymphatic and venous divide
All of the above
3d
multi
All of the above
Anatomy
null
c337bf74-49d1-4b5d-9838-04319f80bd54
A lady used to repeatedly wash her hands due to the fear of acquiring AIDS is due to
OCD
Mania
Depression
Anxiety
0a
single
(A) OCD # Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a psychiatric anxiety disorder most commonly characterized by a subject's obsessive, distressing, intrusive thoughts and related compulsions (tasks or "rituals") which attempt to neutralize the obsessions.# Obsessions are defined by:> Recurrent and persistent thoughts, impulses, or images that are experienced at some time during the disturbance, as intrusive and inappropriate and that cause marked anxiety or distress.> Thoughts, impulses, or images are not simply excessive worries about real-life problems.> Person attempts to ignore or suppress such thoughts, impulses, or images, or to neutralize them with some other thought or action.> Person recognizes that the obsessional thoughts, impulses, or images are a product of his or her own mind, and are not based in reality.> Tendency to haggle over small details that the viewer is unable to fix or change in any way. This begins a mental pre-occupation with that which is inevitable.# Compulsions are defined by:> Repetitive behaviors or mental acts that the person feels driven to perform in response to an obsession, or according to rules that must be applied rigidly.> The behaviors or mental acts are aimed at preventing or reducing distress or preventing some dreaded event or situation; however, these behaviors or mental acts either are not connected in a realistic way with what they are designed to neutralize or prevent or are clearly excessive.
Psychiatry
Miscellaneous
df8d695f-de6a-4843-aeed-e80a6ea24c76
A 5-year-old boy is brought to the emergency room with a fever of 103degF (38.7degC), chest pain, and productive cough. The patient has a history of recurrent pulmonary disease and respiratory distress. What microorganism recovered from the lungs of this child is virtually diagnostic of cystic fibrosis?
Klebsiella sp.
Legionnella sp.
Pneumocystis sp.
Pseudomonas sp.
3d
multi
Cystic fibrosis is the most common lethal autosomal recessive disorder in the white population. The disease is characterized by (1) chronic pulmonary disease, (2) deficient exocrine pancreatic function, and (3) other complications of inspissated mucus in a number of organs, including the small intestine, the liver, and the reproductive tract. It results from abnormal electrolyte transport caused by impaired function of the chloride channel of epithelial cells. The pulmonary symptoms of CF begin with cough, which eventually becomes productive of large amounts of tenacious and purulent sputum. Episodes of infectious bronchitis and bronchopneumonia become progressively more frequent, and eventually shortness of breath develops. Respiratory failure and the cardiac complications of pulmonary hypertension (cor pulmonale) are late sequelae. The most common organisms that infect the respiratory tract in CF are Staphylococcus and Pseudomonas species. As the disease advances, Pseudomonas may be the only organism cultured from the lung. In fact, the recovery of Pseudomonas sp., particularly the mucoid variety, from the lungs of a child with chronic pulmonary disease is virtually diagnostic of CF.Diagnosis: Cystic fibrosis
Pathology
Infectious Disease
5c30c58e-aa88-4ad7-9c3f-59e0fbae78c0
Conduction velocity in AV node 8c SA node-
0.05 meter/sec
0.5 meter/sec
1 meter/sec
5 meter/sec
0a
single
Ans. is 'a' i.e., 0.05 meter/sec Cardiac tissueConduction velocity (meter/second)SA node0 [?] 05Inteatrial pathways1Atrial muscle0 [?] 30AV node0 [?] 05 (minimum)Bundle of His1Purkinje system4 (maximum)Ventricular muscle1
Physiology
Heart, Circulation, and Blood
67addd49-aef4-4a17-8a92-cb1d6d4c5048
Which of the following cells do Natural killer cells attack?
Cells which express MHC 1
Cells which are not able to express MHC 1
MHC cells which express MHC 2
Cells which are not able to express MHC
1b
single
. Cells which are not able to express MHC 1
Pathology
null
382bb95e-7844-47d5-8371-4cfd97a22c7d
Continues scrutiny of factors that affect the occurence of a disease is -
Epidemiology
Monitoring
Surveillance
Screening
2c
single
Surveillance has been defined as the continuous scrutiny of all aspects of occurrence and the spread of diseases that are peinent to effective control. Surveillance goes beyond the passive repoing of cases Ref: 25th edition, Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, Page no. 138
Social & Preventive Medicine
Epidemiology
d5e663c9-e7c1-4d04-866a-8fd26dea53b1
Most common site of tear in Mallory-weiss syndrome is in
Upper esophagus
Mid operation
Lower esophagus
Cardia stomach
3d
multi
MALLORY WEISS syndrome is seen in adults with severe prolonged vomiting, causing a longitudinal tear in the mucosa of the stomach at and just below the cardia leading to severe hematemesis.violent vomiting may be due to a migraine or veigo or following a bout of alcohol.common in 1 o' clock position.investigations include Hb%, PCV.treatment includes blood transfusion, IV fluids, sedation and hemostatic agents such as vasopressin. Ref: SRB&;s manual of surgery,3 rd ed, pg no 734
Surgery
G.I.T
ba2134ba-abee-4784-b236-ce9d70776cf7
A patient presented with 2 months history of increased ICP, with massive parietal edema, CT/MRI shows single and were circumscribed region lesion
Granuloma
Metastases
Glioblastoma
All of the above
0a
multi
(A) Granuloma > Granuloma usually presents with increased ICP, with massive parietal edema. CT/MRI shows single circumscribed region lesion. Gliomas include astrocytomas, oligodendrogliomas and mixed tumours. Common sites include the cerebellum, optic nerve and chiasma, hypothalamus and brainstem. Diffuse astrocytomas (WHO grade II) are most common in the fourth decade of life and often present with seizures or are incidental findings. CT scan shows enhancement which is often irregular around a centre of low density which may represent necrosis calcification may be present. Cerebral metastases are by far the most common intracranial tumours and will affect approximately one in every four cancer sufferers. They tend to occur in the fifth to seventh decades. The majority of patients with cerebral metastases have multiple lesions. Metastatic tumours show isodense on unenhanced CT and enhance vividly on intravenous contrast.
Surgery
Miscellaneous
5a4be86e-b212-46aa-91ba-101c6bf23dd7
Incineration is done for waste category ?
Category 7
Category 9
Category 6
Category 5
2c
single
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Category 6
Social & Preventive Medicine
null
daeb3aaf-6056-484e-a38a-5ef8af889e9a
Pathognomic factors involved in foot ulcers in DM include all, Except:
Trophic ulcers
Neuropathy
Microangiopathic changes in blood vessels
Macroangiopathy
2c
multi
Answer is C (Microangiopathic changes in blood vessels): Macroangiopathic changes in blood vessels in the form of peripheral aerial disease contribute to the generation of foot ulcers and non microangiopathic changes. Pathogenic Factors in generation of foot ulcers in DM Neuropathy (Peripheral Sensory neuropathy): Trophic changes Abnormal Foot Biomechanics (d/t disordered propioception and sensorimotor neuropathy) Peripheral Aerial disease (Macroangiopathy) and poor wound healing Autonomic neuropathv (anhidrosis and altered superficial blood flow in ,foot)
Medicine
null
9a6a5483-3749-4f06-bdb0-8d3aadf2990a
Finding on histopathological examination in liver in case of malaria is :
Microabscess formation
Kupffer's cell hyperplasia with macrophage infiltration around periportal area laden with pigments.
Non caseating granuloma
Non specific finding of neutrophilic infiltratio
1b
single
Ans. is 'b' i.e. Kupffer's cell hyperplasia with macrophage infiltration around periportal area laden with pigments * In severe infections with plasmodium falciparum, the vital organs are packed with erythrocytes containing mature form of the parasite.* There is abundant intra and extraerythrocytic pigment and organs such as liver, spleen and placenta may be grey black in colour.Also know * Durck's granuloma are pathognomic of malignant cerebral malaria.Histopathological features in liver due to falciparum malariaReticuloendothelial cell proliferation i.e., Kupffer cell hyperplasia.Malarial pigmentation i.e., haemoglobin pigmentation.CongestionPortal infiltration of the macrophageSinusoidal infiltration and sinusoidal dilatationCholestasisNuclear vacuolationLiver cell necrosisFatty changeBallooning of hepatocytesVacuolated cytoplasm's
Pathology
Cellular Pathology
ebedbb4a-c05e-4942-907c-d7a3f943b37f
Which of the following is true about sickle cell red blood cells?
Stability
Altered function
Decreased oxygen carrying capacity
Protective against adult malaria
3d
multi
HbA/S heterozygotes (sickle cell trait) have a sixfold reduction in the risk of dying from severe falciparum malaria. This decrease in risk appears to be related to impaired parasite growth at low oxygen tensions and reduced parasitized red cell cytoadherence. Parasite multiplication in HbA/E heterozygotes is reduced at high parasite densities. Ref: White N.J., Breman J.G., Osler W. (2012). Chapter 210. Malaria. In D.L. Longo, A.S. Fauci, D.L. Kasper, S.L. Hauser, J.L. Jameson, J. Loscalzo (Eds), Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 18e.
Pathology
null
1737b275-7ba0-4c38-9de2-a4bdd3822a67
Drug of choice for pneumocystis carinii ?
Cotrimoxazole
Erythromycin
Penicillin
Metronidazole
0a
single
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Cotrimoxazole
Pharmacology
null
9002d192-e641-4d19-8c77-f898455cf855
A 26-year-old man is admitted through the casualty of the hospital for a heroin overdose. His hea rate is 45 beats/min, and his blood pressure is 75/40 mm Hg. Which of the following best depicts the results from an aerial blood sample?
pH 7.22, PaCO2 (mm Hg) 66, HCO3- (mEq/L) 26
pH 7.34, PaCO2 (mm Hg) 29, HCO3- (mEq/L) 15
pH 7.40, PaCO2 (mm Hg) 40, HCO3- (mEq/L) 24
pH 7.47, PaCO2 (mm Hg) 20, HCO3- (mEq/L) 14
0a
single
This man has a respiratory acidosis. Overdose with drugs that suppress ventilation (e.g., heroin, morphine, barbiturates, methaqualone, and "sleeping pills") often causes hypercapnia. In patients with an intact renal response, the respiratory acidosis causes a compensatory rise in plasma HCO3-, which lessens the fall in pH. However, the renal response requires several days to develop fully. The plasma HCO3- of 26 mEq/L (normal: 22-28 mEq/L) for this man is typical of acute respiratory acidosis with little or no renal compensation. pH 7.34, PaCO2 (mm Hg) 29, HCO3- (mEq/L) 15 reflects metabolic acidosis. pH 7.40, PaCO2 (mm Hg) 40, HCO3- (mEq/L) 24 is normal. pH 7.47, PaCO2 (mm Hg) 20, HCO3- (mEq/L) 14 reflects respiratory alkalosis.
Medicine
null
62654a1a-2b78-4b92-b306-35c20dfb1b73
Most common bone fracture in body is:
Radius
Clavicle
Femur
Vertebra
1b
single
Ans: b (Clavicle)Ref: Maheshwari Ortho, 3rd ed, p. 73
Orthopaedics
Injuries Around Shoulder
78287b9c-d2ff-40bd-aa9f-afa70e8d805d
Drug treatment for laryngeal stenosis is
Adriamycin
Mitomycin C
Cyclophosphamide
Doxorubicin
1b
single
Mitomycin-C is an antineoplastic antibiotic that acts as an alkylating agent by inhibiting DNA and protein synthesis. ... Topical application of mitomycin-C (0.4 mg/mL) was used as an adjuvant treatment in the endoscopic laser management of laryngeal and tracheal stenosis Ref: Internet sources
ENT
Larynx
dfe3c09d-5b5e-41a9-be50-cb272175c9e6
A 40 year old presenting with dizziness on standing with systolic reduction of BP of 50mm Hg; appropriate treatment
Graded compression stockings
Salbutamol
Fludrocoisone
b-blockers
0a
single
Graduated compression stockings (GCS) help prevent the formation of blood clots in the legs by applying varying amounts of pressure to different pas of the leg. Thigh or waist-high stockings help reduce pooling of blood in the legs and help prevent lightheadedness or falling when you stand up (ohostatic hypotension). Stockings that rise to just below the knee help limit lower leg swelling due to fluid buildup Ref Davidson 23rd edition pg 450
Medicine
C.V.S
74f8db4f-702b-45d5-a690-e3f2cac78a5f
WHO global programme for oral health targets for 2000 irtclude;
<2 DMFT at 12 years
<3 DMFT at 12 years
<4 DMFT at 12 years
<5 DMFT at 12 years
1b
single
null
Dental
null
6756d58a-7931-4c20-a4eb-e0d91428056c
A child aged 24 months was brought to the Primary Health Centre with complaints of cough and fever for the past 2 days. On examination, the child weighed 11kg, respiratory rate was 38 per minute, chest indrawing was present. The most appropriate line of management for this patient is ?
Classify as pneumonia and refer urgently to secondary level hospital
Classify as pneumonia, sta antibiotics and advise to repo after 2 days
Classify as severe pneumonia, sta antibiotics and refer urgently
Classify as severe pneumonia and refer urgently
2c
single
Ans. is `c' i.e., Classify as severe pneumonia, sta antibiotics and refer urgently
Social & Preventive Medicine
null
a4ca461a-ede2-4d85-906a-419003eccfd9
A 40-year-old female have a right hypochondriac pain. USG is taken. What is the inference?
Gall stone
Cholecystitis
Porcelain gall bladder
Cholangiocarcinoma
0a
multi
USG shows highly reflective echogenic focus within the gallbladder lumen, with prominent posterior acoustic shadowing, characteristic of Cholelithiasis. If there is associated cholecystitis, gallbladder wall thickening along with the pericholecytic fluid. Murphy&;s sign might be elicited with probe over gallbladder.
Surgery
All India exam
fe71c76c-f651-44dd-9cce-ab9d8782fba3
Dentogingival unit comprises of
Gingival fibres
Gingival fibres and junctional epithelium
P.D. fibres and ligament
None of the above
1b
multi
null
Dental
null
00c45685-53fb-40a9-a05a-1c75446522cd
All of the following are known predisposing factors for Alzheimer's disease except :
Down-syndrome
Low education level
Smoking
Female sex
2c
multi
Answer is C (Smoking):Smoking has not been mentioned as a risk factor, for Alzheimer's disease.
Psychiatry
null
8f726ce9-e9cf-40ea-a158-ff085d122e28
Action of alpha subunit of G-protein is:
Binding of agonist
Conversion of GDP to GTP
Breakdown of GTP to GDP
Internalization of receptors
2c
single
Ans. (C) Breakdown of GTP to GDP(Ref: KDT 8th/e p54)Alpha subunit of G protein contains GTPase activity and thus dissociates GTP to form GDP. This result in re-uniting a subunit with b and g subunit
Pharmacology
General Pharmacology
6825a23d-8f16-4e4c-8c06-7130affb99e0
A 50 year old with history of jaundice in the past has presented with right upper quadrant abdominal pain. Examination and investigations reveal chronic calculous cholecystitis. The liver functions tests are within normal limits and on ultrasound examination, the common bile ducts is not dilated. Which of the following will be the procedure of choice?
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
Open choledocholithotomy followed by laparoscopic cholecystectomy
ERCP + choledocholithotomy followed by Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy followed by ERCP + choledocholithotomy
0a
single
In the given question there was an episode of jaundice, but LFT is normal and CBD is not dilated. The best option is laparoscopic cholecystectomy only Management of CBD stones associated with GB stones * Pre-operatively detected stones:- * Unsuspected stones found at the time of cholecystectomy:- Experienced laparoscopic surgeon Experienced laparoscopic surgeon Cholecystectomy and choledochotomy in same sitting Laparoscopic CBD exploration and stone retrieval through the cystic duct * Laparoscopic choledochotomy and stone extraction Inexperienced laparoscopic surgeon Inexperienced laparoscopic surgeon Pre-op ERCP with stone removal and laparoscopic cholecystectomy later Conve to open procedure and remove CBD stone Complete the cholecystectomy and refer the patient for ERCP
Surgery
Gallbladder
380388e0-cdda-4430-954e-df5537a40c30
Which muscle paralysis can cause ‘Winging of scapula’?
Serratus anterior
Supraspinatus
Teres minor
Deltoid
0a
single
LONG THORACIC NERVE ■ Arises from ventral rami of C5, C6, and C7. ■ Descends behind the brachial plexus on the lateral surface of the serratus anterior, to which it supplies. ■ The serratus anterior muscle can be examined by asking patient to push against a wall with both hands. Winging of scapula will be typically noted
Anatomy
null
64d1c32f-b4b3-4730-a2a8-c825824c1b17
True about proximal fragment In supratrochantric fracture is
Flexion
Abduction
External rotation
All of the the above
3d
multi
The peritrochanteric fracture is one of the most serious causes of mortality and morbidity in the elderly. Subtrochanteric fractures account for approximately 10-30% of all peritrochanteric fractures, and they affect persons of all ages. 1,2 The subtrochanteric region of the femur is generally recognized to be the area of the femur below the inferior border of the lesser trochanter, extending distally 7.5 cm to the junction of the proximal and middle third of the femur.3 Most frequently, these fractures are seen in two patient populations, namely older osteopenic patients after a low-energy fall and younger patients involved in high-energy trauma.1-3 In elderly patients, minor slips or falls that lead to direct lateral hip trauma are the most frequent mechanism of injury. This age group is also susceptible to metastatic disease that can lead to pathologic fractures. In younger patients, the mechanism of injury is always high-energy trauma, either direct or from axial loading (e.g., a fall from height), which often creates a comminuted fracture.
Orthopaedics
null
6661e270-bfeb-47fd-84db-a8335649f1c9
The BEST method for teaching mothers about using ORS is:
Group discussion
Demonstration
Lecture
Flannel graph
1b
single
A demonstration is a carefully prepared presentation to show how to perform a skill or procedure. Here a procedure is carried out step by step before an audience. Demonstration is found to have high education value in programmes like teaching a mother the use of oral rehydration therapy at home. Ref: Park 21st edition, page: 803.
Social & Preventive Medicine
null
bf0dbdb9-f0ba-4c00-960c-8f7a58d78765
A female wanted to have an emergency contraception after an unprotected intercourse. Which of these is NOT useful as an emergency contraceptive?
LNG IUD
Oral Mifepristone
Oral Levonorgestrel
Cu-containing IUD
0a
single
Post coital or emergency contraceptives are, Ethinyl oestradiol Conjugated estrogen Ethinyl oestradiol + Norgestrel Levonorgestrel Mifepristone Copper IUDs Ref: Textbook of Obstetrics by D.C. Dutta, 6th edition, Page 550.
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
null
40475463-bff9-4d47-9def-271d7ca80d6d
A characteristic feature of Still's disease -
Prominent kidney involvement
Rashes
Positive Rheumatoid factor
Neutropenia
1b
single
Stills disease is a variant of rheumatoid commonly occurring in adults in 20's and 30's. Patients characteristics clinical features are: High spiking fever often up to 40°C. Sore throat Evanescent salmon coloured non pruritic rash, seen on chest & abdomen Lymphadenopathy Pericardial effusion Wrist joint involvement Chances are that you might confuse it with Felty's syndrome so I am giving the important features of both these conditions together
Pathology
null
435a8f7a-d981-484e-ab33-696d5860ea3b
Which of the following is false regarding endemic bladder stones?
Always associated with recurrence
High incidence in cereal based diet
Peak incidence in 3 years old children in India
Most common type is ammonium urate or calcium oxalate
0a
multi
PRIMARY BLADDER CALCULI (ENDEMIC BLADDER CALCULI) Mainly seen in underdeveloped countries (Noh Africa, Thailand, Myanmar, Indonesia), in pediatric age group. Most common in children <10 Years, with a peak incidence at 2 to 4 years of age. Related to chronic dehydration and low protein, low phosphate, exclusive milk & high carbohydrate diet. Low phosphate diet Increases urinary ammonium excretion leading to ammonium urate stones Treatent Small stones: Removed or crushed transurethral electrohydraulic lithotripsy or Cystolithotomy. Primary bladder calculi rarely recur after treatment.
Surgery
Urinary bladder
7c021870-c90d-4a27-93c5-e0a629acc78b
Which of the following is present normally in the urine of a pregnant women in the third trimester and lactation?
Glucose
Lactose
Galactose
Fructose
0a
multi
Glucosuria during pregnancy is not necessarily abnormal. The appreciable increase in glomerular filtration, together with impaired tubular reabsorptive capacity for filtered glucose, accounts in most cases for glucosuria. Though glucosuria is common during pregnancy, the possibility of diabetes mellitus should not be Ignored when it is identified.
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Physiological Changes of Pregnancy
83b407ed-1452-40fc-bf28-1e5120ba340a
All are major symptoms of sinusitis except ?
Nasal bluckage
Facial congeion
Nasal congestion
Halitosis
3d
multi
Ans. is 'd' i.e., Halitosis The clinical symptoms of acute sinusitis have been classified into major and minor Major Facial pain or pressure Purulent nasal discharge Fever Nasal congestion Nasal obstruction Hyposmia or Anosmia Facial congestion or fullness Minor Headache Cough Fatigue Halitosis Dental pain Ear pain or pressure
ENT
null
5796ec13-1a66-4072-9648-7be79e8308e9
Which of the following is the most widespread method of genetic transfer among bacteria?
Transformation
Transduction
Lysogenic conversion
Conjugation
3d
single
Option a, b, c, d * There are three mechanisms of horizontal gene transfer in bacteria:- 1.Transformation 2. Transduction 3. Conjugation (Most common mechanism), It was discovered first by Lederberg and Tatum. * Conjugation plays an impoant role in the transfer of plasmids coding for antibacterial drug resistance and bacteriocin production . * R factor (or the resistance factor) is a plasmid which has two components. o Resistance transfer factor (F) is the plasmid responsible for conjugational transfer(similar to F factor) o Resistance determinant (r): Codes for resistance to one drug. An R factor can have several r determinants.
Microbiology
General Microbiology (Sterilization and Bacterial Genetics)
b2a15042-9ed0-417c-b113-e79f5d1c25fe
Which of the following is not an inflammatory mediator
Tumor necrosis factor
Myeloperoxidase
Interferons
Interleukins
1b
single
steps: (1) migration and proliferation of fibroblasts into the site of injury and (2) deposition of ECM proteins produced by these cells. The recruitment and activation of fibroblasts to syn- thesize connective tissue proteins are driven by many growth factors, including PDGF, FGF-2 (described earlier), and TGF-b. The major source of these factors is inflamma- tory cells, paicularly macrophages, which are present at sites of injury and in granulation tissue. Sites of inflamma- tion are also rich in mast cells, and in the appropriate chemotactic milieu, lymphocytes may be present as well. Each of these cell types can secrete cytokines and growth factors that contribute to fibroblast proliferation and activation. As healing progresses, the number of proliferating fibroblasts and new vessels decreases; however, the fibro- blasts progressively assume a more synthetic phenotype, so there is increased deposition of ECM. Collagen synthe- sis, in paicular, is critical to the development of strength in a healing wound site. As described later, collagen syn- thesis by fibroblasts begins early in wound healing (days 3 to 5) and continues for several weeks, depending on the size of the wound. Net collagen accumulation, however, depends not only on increased synthesis but also on diminished collagen degradation (discussed later). Ulti- mately, the granulation tissue evolves into a scar composed of largely inactive, spindle-shaped fibroblasts, dense collagen, fragments of elastic tissue, and other ECM com- ponents (Fig. 2-30, B). As the scar matures, there is proA A gressive vascular regression, which eventually transforms the highly vascularized granulation tissue into a pale, largely avascular scar. Growth Factors Involved in ECM Deposition and Scar Formation Many growth factors are involved in these processes, including TGF-b, PDGF, and FGF. Because FGF also is involved in angiogenesis, it was described earlier. Here we briefly describe the major propeies of TGF-b and PDGF. * Transforming growth factor-b (TGF-b) belongs to a family of homologous polypeptides (TGF-b1, -b2, and -b3) that includes other cytokines such as bone morphogenetic proteins. The TGF-b1 isoform is widely distributed and is usually referred to as TGF-b. The active factor binds to two cell surface receptors with serine-threonine kinase activity, triggering the phosphorylation of transcription factors called Smads. TGF-b has many and often oppo- site effects, depending on the cell type and the metabolic state of the tissue. In the context of inflammation and repair, TGF-b has two main functions: TGF-b stimulates the production of collagen, fibro- nectin, and proteoglycans, and it inhibits collagen degradation by both decreasing proteinase activity and increasing the activity of tissue inhibitors of pro- teinases known as TIMPs (discussed later on). TGF-b is involved not only in scar formation after ref Robbins 9/e p83
Anatomy
General anatomy
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A drug given for metoclopramide induced dystonic reaction is :
Pheniramine
Promethazine
Chlorpromazine
Prochlorperazine
1b
single
"Acute muscle dystonia caused by antiemetic-antipsychotic drugs is promptly relieved by parenteral promethazine or hydroxyzine." This is based on the central anticholinergic action of the drugs. Promethazine is a first-generation anti-histaminic which has a maximum penetration of blood-brain barrier and maxi­mum anticholinergic activity.
Pharmacology
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Compared with cow's milk, mother's milk has more?
Lactose
Vitamin D
Proteins
Fat
0a
single
Mother's milk has more lactose as compared to cow's milk.
Pediatrics
Breast Milk & Breast Feeding
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When pulp cannot be extirpated in narrow canals, which of the following can be used
Obtundant
Astringent
Haemostatic
Mummifying agent
3d
single
null
Dental
null
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A man presented with persistent ear pain and discharge, retro-orbital pain and modified radical mastoidectomy was done to him. Patient comes back with persistent discharge, what is your diagnosis?
Diffuse serous labyrinthitis
Purulent labyrinthitis
Petrositis
Latent mastoiditis
2c
single
In a patient with CSOM, persistent ear discharge with or without deep seated pain in spite of an adequate coical or modified mastoidectomy points towards petrositis. Spread of infection from middle ear and mastoid to the petrous pa of temporal bone is petrositis it can also involve adjacent 5th cranial nerve and 6" cranial nerve when it produces classical triad of symptoms - 6th nerve palsy, retro orbital pain (5th nerve) and persistent discharge from the ear, known as Gradenigo's syndrome Treatment Adequate drainage is the mainstay of treatment along with specific antibiotic therapy. Modified radical or radical mastoidectomy is often required if not done already. The fistulous tract should be identified, curetted and enlarged to provide free drainage.
ENT
null
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Child presents with linear verrucous plaques on the trunk with vacuolisation of keratinocytes in S.Spinosum and S.Granulosum. Diagnosis is ?
Incontinenta pigmenti
Delayed hypersensitivity reaction
Verrucous epidermal nevus
Linear darriers disease
2c
single
Verrucuous epidermal nevus Linear verrucuous lesions, with characteristic histopathological feature of granular degeneration of the epidermis ours the diagnosis of verrucous epidermal nevus. Epidermal nevus Epidermal nevi are hamaomas that are characterized by hyperplasia of the epidermis and adnexal structures. These nevi may be classified into a number of distinct variants which are based on clinical morphology, extent of involvement and the predominant epidermal structure in the lesion. Variants of the epidermal nevi are ? - Verrucuous epidermal nevus - Nevus sebaceous - Nevus comedonicus - Eccrine nevus - Apocrine nevus - Becker's nevus - White sponge nevus Verrucuous epidermal nevus Verrucuous epidermal ,nevus consists of hyperplasia of the surface epidermis and typically appears as verrucuous papules that coalasce to form well demarcated, skin colored to brown, papillomatous plaque. Most lesions are present at bih and develop during infancy. They enlarge slowly during childhood and generally reach a stable size at adolescence. Lesions may be localized or diffuse. Linear configurations are common especially on the limbs and may follow skin tension lines or Blaschko's lines. The salient histological features are ? Perinuclear vacuolization of the cells in the stratum spinosum and stratum granulosum. Irregular cellular boundaries peripheral to the vacuolization and increased number of irregularly :,aped large keratohyaline granules. Compact hyperkeratosis in stratum corneum. Darner white disease Autosomal dominant disease. Males and females are equally affected. Daffier white disease is not present at bih and usually begins in the first or second decade. Characteristic sites of prediliction are the face, forehead, scalp, chest and the hack (seborrhic sites). Clinical features consists of way papules and plaques in (seborrhic sites). Histology shows suprabasal acantholysis in epidermis with dyskeratotic cells. Incontinentia pigmentii X linked disease (so only seen in females) Lesions are present along the Blaschko lines, which are initially vesicular, that later on turns into verrucuous lesions and hyperpigmented stages. Common histological features are : - Hverkeratosis - Eosinophilic spongiosis of epidermis - Basal cell degeneration - Pigment incontinenti
Skin
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A swelling behind the ear suggest fracture of:
Zygomatic complex
Temporal bone
Orbital floor fracture
Condylar fracture
3d
single
null
Surgery
null
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Best test to detect pneumoperitoneum is:
Chest X-ray
X-ray abdomen in supine position
X-ray abdomen in supine position
X-ray abdomen in lateral decubitus
3d
single
X-ray abdomen in lateral decubitus
Radiology
null
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In the intraepthielial region of the mucosa of intestine the predominant cell population is that of
B cell
T cell
Plasma cells
Basopils
1b
single
IEL are6 a distinctive population of T cells dispersed among the luminal epithelial cells. paicularly in the small intestine there is a predominantly of CD8+T cells
Anatomy
G.I.T
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Terry Thomas sign is seen in
Keinbock's disease
Carpal dislocation
Calcaneal disorder
Hip trauma
1b
single
scapholunate dislocation : * Most common ligamentous instability of the wrist * Patients may have high degree of pain despite apparently normal radiographs * Physicians should suspect this injury if patient has wrist effusion and pain seemingly out of propoion to the injury * If improperly diagnosed can lead to chronic pain * Located proximal axial line from 3rd metacarpal Scapholunate Dissociation-Diagnosis * Exam -- Watson&;s test -- Scaphoid shuck test -- Pain/swelling over dorsal wrist, proximal row * Imaging -- Plain films: >3mm difference on clenched fist view -- Scaphoid ring sign Scapholunate Dissociation Treatment * If discovered within 4 weeks, surgery * After 4 weeks, conservative treatment reas -- Bracing -- NSAIDS -- Consider evaluation by hand surgery to confirm no surgery needed ref : maheswari 9th ed
Orthopaedics
Forearm wrist and hand injuries
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The basic reason for "reperfusion injury" to the myocardium is:
Generation of free radicals
Extension of the ischemic zone
Increased ICF
Increased ECF
2c
single
After MI, there is failure of Na+-K+ pump resulting in NCX failure Thus intracellular Ca+2 increases Now when perfusion is established (nutrients are available), because of increased ICF Ca+2, cardiac fibers contract very strongly Already muscle fibers are fragile due to M.I, now this contraction results in fuher damage. This is basic reason for "reperfusion injury".
Physiology
Conducting System of Hea
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The maxillary teeth which have single antagonist are:
Lateral incisors
Permanent canines
Permanent central incisors
Third molars
3d
single
null
Dental
null
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A 5-year-old girl is brought to the physician after her parents noticed red blood in her stool. Physical examination reveals mucocutaneous pigmentation. Small bowel radiography discloses multiple, small- to medium-sized polyps that are diagnosed pathologically as hamartomas. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?
Congenital teratoma
Hyperplastic polyp
Peutz-Jeghers polyp
Tubular adenoma
2c
multi
Peutz-Jeghers syndrome is an autosomal dominant, hereditary disorder characterized by intestinal hamartomatous polyps and mucocutaneous melanin pigmentation, which is particularly evident on the face, buccal mucosa, hands, feet, and perianal and genital regions. The polyps seen in Peutz-Jeghers syndrome are hamartomatous, characterized by a branching network of smooth muscle fibers continuous with the muscularis mucosa that support the glandular epithelium of the polyp. Congenital teratoma (choice A) does not involve the intestine. The other choices are principally colonic polyps that derive from the luminal epithelium.Diagnosis: Gastrointestinal polyp, Peutz-Jeghers polyp
Pathology
G.I.T.
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First indices to change in iron deficiency anemia is -
S. Iron
Total iron binding capacity
S. Ferritin
S. Haemoglobin concentration
2c
single
The single most sensitive tool for evaluating the iron status is by measurement of serum ferritin. Hemoglobin concentration is relatively insensitive. REF. PARK'S TEXTBOOK OF PREVENTIVE AND SOCIAL MEDICAL 21ST EDITION. PAGE NO - 623
Social & Preventive Medicine
Nutrition and health
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Which of the following is associated with the disease pathology seen in this child?
Leg length discrepancy
Airway involvement
Glaucoma
Growth hormone deficiency
2c
single
Child with right sided po-wine stain- seen in sturge weber syndrome. Features of sturge weber syndrome: S- Seizure T- Trigeminal distribution of po wine stain U- Unilateral weakness R- Retardation( mental retardation) G-Glaucoma E- Buphthalamos here, glaucoma is associated with surface ocular vascular malformations .
Dental
Pediatric dermatology
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Self etching primers
Simultaneously etch and prime dentin and enamel
Etches enamel only
Only bonds to enamel
Only removes smear layer
0a
single
null
Dental
null
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Patient came with hydrops and scarring of cornea. What would be the treatment modality you would opt for him:
Penetrating Keratoplasty
Endothelial lamellar Keratoplasty
Deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty
Collagen cross linking
0a
single
Penetrating keratoplasty has to be done in cases of deep corneal scar or hydrops. SURGICAL MODALITIES FOR KERATOCONUS Keratoplasty for Keratoconus DALK (deep anterior Lamellar keratoplasty): when > 1/2 of stroma is involved. ALTK (Anterior lamellar therapeutic keratoplasty) : When less than 1/2 of stroma is involved. Penetrating Keratoplasty: When full thickness of cornea is involved as in hydrops with scar. INTRASTROMAL CORNEAL RING SEGMENTS Reduce corneal steepening Made of PMMA. Femtolaser is used to make tunnel in cornea. Used in Pellucid Marginal Degeneration, post LASIK ectasia and keratoconus.
Ophthalmology
Cornea
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Incubation period of Mumps -
4-5 days
7-15 days
12-24 days
50 days
2c
single
Incubation period of mumps varies from 2 to 4 weks, usually 14- 18 days Reference : Park&;s Textbook of preventive and social medicine, 24th edition.Pg no.162
Social & Preventive Medicine
Communicable diseases
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Drainage of venous blood from testes following division of testicular vein for treatment of varicocele is by: March 2009
Cremasteric vein
Dorsal vein of penis
Internal pudendal vein
Pampiniform plexus
0a
single
Ans. A: Cremasteric veinVaricocelectomy, the surgical correction of a varicocele, is performed on an outpatient basis.The three most common approaches are inguinal (groin), retroperitoneal (abdominal), and infrainguinal/subinguinal (below the groin).Possible complications of this procedure include hematoma (bleeding into tissues), infection, or injury to the scrotal tissue or structures.In addition, injury to the aery that supplies the testicle may occur.An alternative to surgery is embolization, a non-invasive treatment for varicocele.Embolization is an effective treatment for post-surgical varicoceles.
Surgery
null
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In Moore's classification of omphalocole (examphalos), type I umbilical defect is less than ________ cm.
0.5
2.5
3.5
4.5
1b
single
Moore suggested a classification of omphalocele into types 1, 2 and 3 with the diameters of < 2.5 cm, 2.5 to 5 cm and > 5 cm respectively.
Surgery
null
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A patient with fibrous dysplasia can be treated by
Surgical excision
Removal of adjacent teeth
Irradiation of the Lesion
Conservative surgery
3d
single
null
Pathology
null
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Lyme disease is transmitted by -
Rat flea
Tick
Mite
None
1b
multi
Hard ticks transmit the following disease Tick typhus Viral encephalitis Viral fever Viral hemorrhagic fever Tularemia KFD Tick paralysis Human babesiosis Soft tick transmits Q fever Relapsing fever KFD(outside India) Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 25th edition, Page No. 840
Social & Preventive Medicine
Environment and health
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A 35-year-old woman, on hemodialysis for chronic renal disease, complains of pain in the hands. On examination, the joints are normal with no inflammation or tenderness on palpation. Lab values reveal a low calcium, high phosphate, and high PTH level. What is the most likely diagnosis? (See Figure below.)
scleroderma
gout
secondary hyperparathyroidism
pseudogout
2c
single
The diagnosis is secondary hyperparathyroidism as a consequence of the chronic renal disease. Calcium deposits are seen in the periarticular areas of the fourth and fifth metacarpophalangeal, third proximal interphalangeal, and fourth distal interphalangeal joints. There is slight soft tissue swelling, especially, of the fourth and fifth metacarpophalangeal joints. Calcification in scleroderma is subcutaneous in location. In gout if monosodium urate is deposited it could appear as a soft tissue mass.
Medicine
Endocrinology
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Hyaline in islets of Langerhans resemble -
Mucin
Amyloid
Glycolipid
Phospholipid
1b
single
null
Pathology
null
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Emphysema aquosum is associated with?
Dry drowning
Wet drowning
Immersion syndrome
Secondary drowning
1b
single
Emphysema aquosum is a sign of wet drowning. Drowning fluid actually penetrates alveolar walls to enter the tissues and the blood vessels. This has been described as emphysema aquosum. Cause of death in wet drowning: Disruption of pulmonary surfactant Dry drowning: Water does not enter the lungs, but death results from: Immediate sustained laryngeal spasm Cardiac arrest due to vagal inhibition
Forensic Medicine
Drowning
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Fosphenytoin different from phenytoin in which of the following-
Can be used in absence seizures
Can be mixed with saline
Can be given orally
It is the drug of choice for myoclonic seizures
1b
multi
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Can be mixed with saline o While phenytoin cannot be injected in a drip of glucose solution, fosphenytoin can be injected with saline and glucose.
Pharmacology
null
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Macrocytic anemia is seen in all EXCEPT -
Vitamin B12 deficiency
Hemolytic anemia
Post hemorrhagic anemia
Anemia of chronic disease
2c
multi
Robbins basic pathology 8th edition, page no 423, Answer is option3, post hemorrhagic anemia Post Hemorrhagic anemia is normocytic and normochromic. With chronic blood loss, iron stores are gradually depleted. Iron is essential for hemoglobin synthesis and effective eeythropoiesis, and it's deficiency thus leads to chronic anemia of underproduction.
Pathology
Haematology
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Chyluria is due to-
Carcinoma
Tuberculosis
Filaria
Malaria
2c
single
The most common presentations of the lymphatic filariases are asymptomatic (or subclinical) microfilaremia, hydrocele , acute adenolymphangitis (ADL), and chronic lymphatic disease. If there is obstruction of the retroperitoneal lymphatics, increased renal lymphatic pressure leads to rupture of the renal lymphatics and the development of chyluria, which is usually intermittent and most prominent in the morning. (Harrison's Principles of internal medicine, 20th edition, page 1747)
Medicine
Infection
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Which of the following is true about pathophysiology of skeletal fluorosis?
Fluorine increases PTH levels by direct action
Fluoroappatite crystals are resistant to osteoclasts
Fluorine decreases vitamin D levels
Fluorine erodes bone, thereby decreasing bone density
1b
multi
Fluorosis: Excessive deposition of fluorine occurs in bone and soft tissues. Fluorine stimulates osteoblastic activityand fluoroappatite crystals are laid down in bone which are resistant to osteoclastic resorption. This leads to calcium retention, impaired mineralization and secondary hyperparathyroidism. Interosseousmembrane ossification is a diagnostic radiological finding in skeletal fluorosis The characteristic pathology involves Sub-periosteal new bone formation, Osteosclerosis(Most commonly seen veebrae, ribs and pelvis) Hyperostosis at the bony attachments of ligaments, tendons and fascia.
Orthopaedics
Metabolic disorders - 1
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Patient is on Autocoids for 1 year now complains of severe pain Epigastrium relieved by antacid drugs. He complaints of Right Iliac fossa pain and loss of liver dullness. Diagnosis is:
Perforation of duodenum
Diverticulitis
Gastroenteritis
Enteric perforation
0a
single
Ans. (a) Perforation of duodenum* This is a clear-cut case of drug induced ulcer and perforation - Duodenal ulcer perforation* Features are diffuse abdominal pain with right iliac fossa pain due to tracking of pus in right colic gutter - Valentino Syndrome* Obliteration of liver dullness* Board like rigidity
Surgery
Stomach & Duodenum
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Upon contact between the sperm head and the zona pellucida, penetration of the sperm into the egg is allowed because of
The acrosome reaction
The zona reaction
The perivitelline space
Pronuclei formation
0a
multi
.
Pathology
All India exam
1b5f7a7d-4d04-45cd-93c1-655d411b2ffd
A person switches from high fat diet to low fat diet with compensatory increase in carbohydrates to maintain the same calories. Which of the following fat component will be increased ?
Chylomicron
VLDL
IDL
HDL
1b
single
As excess of carbohydrates are conveed to fat in the body (liver) which eventually gets packed into VLDL so, VLDL represents the amount of fat production in the body, or in other words, it also represent excess dietary carbohydrate intake. While Chylomicrons represents the externally taken fats. Function Lipoproteins Lipoprotein rich in triglyceride Lipoprotein with least electrophoretic mobility Transpoer of dietary (exogenous) triglycerides & Cholesterol Chylomicrons Transpoer of endogenous triglycerides VLDL Transpos endogenous Cholesterol from Liver to Peripheral tissue. LDL Lipoprotein rich in apolipoproteins Transpos excess Cholesterol from Peripheral tissue to Liver called as reverse cholesterol transpo HDL has the highest electrophoretic mobility and least lipid content. HDL paicles are the densest. On electrophoresis, HDL moves fahest on electrophoretic plate towards the anode. HDL Lipoprotein resembling plasminogen Lp(a)
Biochemistry
Lipoproteins
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G-cells are present mostly in- G-cells are present mostly in-
Fundus
Cardia
Pyloric antrum
Body
2c
single
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Pyloric antrum
Surgery
null
5205bc00-4502-4d71-8dd9-16dca58c1f7a
Which type of cells are prominently infiltrated in Rheumatoid arthritis?
B cells
T-cells
NK-cells
Both B & T Cells
1b
multi
(B) T-cells[?]Role of T cells in RAoProminent T-cell infiltrate in RA synoviumoGenetic similarities between RA patients-Specific human leukocyte antigen (HLA)-DR genes - HLA DR4, DR14 and DR1oShared Epitope: The third hypervariable region of DR b chains, especially amino acids 70 through 74.oCD4+ T helper (Th) cells may initiate the autoimmune response in RA by reacting with an arthritogenic agent, perhaps microbial or a self-antigenoSynovial lining or intimal layer: Normally, this layer is only 1-3 cells thick. In RA, this lining is greatly hypertrophied (8-10 cells thick).oPrimary cell populations in this layer are fibroblasts and macrophages.
Pathology
Immunity
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Most common cause of isolated splenic metastasis is:
Carcinoma pancreas
Carcinoma stomach
Carcinoma ovary
Carcinoma cervix
2c
single
Causes of isolated splenic metastasis: Carcinoma Ovary (27%) > Colorectal carcinoma (26%) > Uterine cancer (17%) MC primary for metastasis of spleen: Malignant melanoma (30-50%) > Ca Breast (21%) > Ca lung (18%)
Surgery
Spleen
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Cellular oxidation is inhibited by :
Cyanide
Carbon dioxide
Chocolate
Carbonated beverages
0a
single
A i.e. Cyanide
Biochemistry
null
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Which of the following includes the contents of the orbit
Orbital and bulbar fascia
Abducent nerve
Superior Ophthalmic Veins
All of the Above
3d
multi
Content of Orbit: Eyeball - Eyeball occupies anterior 1/3rd of orbit. Fascia - Orbital and bulbar fascia. Muscles - Extraocular and intraocular muscles. Vessels - Ophthalmic artery, superior and inferior ophthalmic veins and lymphatics. Nerves - Optic, oculomotor, trochlear and abducent, branches of ophthalmic and maxillary nerves and sympathetic nerves. Lacrimal gland. Orbital fat.
Anatomy
null
09a25352-1655-422e-954b-b5fa0e6497a0
Pulse pressure in severe aoic regurgitation is equal to-
30-45mmHg
45-60mmHg
60-75 mmHg
75-90 mm Hg
3d
single
Therefore, a defining characteristic of aoic regurgitation is an increase in aoic pulse pressure (systolic minus diastolic pressure). ... Early in the course of regurgitant aoic valve disease, there is a large increase in left ventricular end-diastolic pressure and left atrial pressure.pulse pressure usually between 75-90 mm/hg Ref Davidson 23rd edition pg 450
Medicine
C.V.S
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Transplacental exchanges that take place are essential to the well being of the fetus. Which of those listed below is NOT a method?
Simple diffusion
Active transpo
Endocytosis
Exocytosis
3d
single
Placental exchanges that take place occur according to different mechanisms. Simple diffusion is the movement of molecules of gas and water from a high concentration to a low concentration. Iodine readily crosses the placental barrier. Active transpo is another method. This method transpos specific molecules across a membrane or against a concentration gradient which requires energy (ATP) (i. e. Ca++, Na +, and K+). Endocytosis is the method by which the macromolecules are captured by cell microvilli. Leakage is difficult to understand, but it has to do with the connections or like connections between fetal and maternal blood. Ref: Molina P.E. (2013). Chapter 9. Female Reproductive System. In P.E. Molina (Ed), Endocrine Physiology, 4e.
Physiology
null
5d81196e-b944-48a1-ae0e-3ecdcae74003
Superficial inguinal lymph nodes drain from all of the following except:
Urethra
Anal canal below the pectinate line
Glans penis
Perineum
2c
multi
Superficial Inguinal Lymph NodesThe horizontal groupThe medial members of the group receive superficial lymph vessels from the anterior abdominal wall below the level of the umbilicus and from the perineum. The lymph vessels from the urethra, the external genitalia of both sexes (but not the testes), and the lower half of the anal canal are drained by this route.The lateral members of the group receive superficial lymph vessels from the back below the level of the iliac crests.The veical group lies along the terminal pa of the great saphenous vein and receives most of the superficial lymph vessels of the lower limb.The efferent lymph vessels from the superficial inguinal nodes pass through the saphenous opening in the deep fascia and join the deep inguinal nodes.Deep Inguinal Lymph NodesThe deep nodes are located beneath the deep fascia and lie along the medial side of the femoral vein; the efferent vessels from these nodes enter the abdomen by passing through the femoral canal to lymph nodes along the external iliac aery Lymphatic Drainage of the PenisFrom most of the penis, lymph drains into the superficial inguinal lymph nodes.Vessels from the glans penis drain into the deep inguinal lymph nodes.
Anatomy
null
11aa7d32-e159-4432-823e-85d8ee9f8c2a
Which of the following anticancer drug can cause flagellated dermatitis?
Cisplatin
L-asparginase
Doxorubicin
Bleomycin
3d
single
FLAGELLATED DERMATITIS: It is characterised by pruritic, erythematous, linear streaks that resemble whiplash marks, hence the name flagellated. Bleomycin is metabolized by an enzyme hydrolase. This enzyme is deficient in skin and lungs. Therefore, the major adverse effects of bleomycin is related to skin (flagellated dermatitis) and lungs (pulmonary fibrosis) OTHER CAUSES OF FLAGELLATED DERMATITIS: DRUGS: BLEOMYCIN, DOCETAXEL, BENDAMUSTINE RHEUMATOLOGICAL CAUSES: DERMATOMYOSITIS, ADULT ONSET STILL'S DISEASE TOXINS: SHIITAKE MUSHROOMS
Pharmacology
Cytotoxic Anticancer Drugs
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Hypoplastic defects in permanent central and lateral incisors are likely to result due to severe illness or other factors during:
First nine months of life
First two years of life
First month of life
Two or three years of life
0a
single
null
Pathology
null
9713b812-2bf3-4513-b009-37e6e86f52f9
The commonest cranial nerve involved in acoustic neuroma is:
IX
VI
VIII
X
2c
single
As the eighth nerve schwannoma grows, it extends into the posterior fossa to occupy the angle between the cerebellum and pons (cerebellopontine angle). In this lateral position, it is so situated as to compress the seventh, fifth, and less often the ninth and tenth cranial nerves, which are implicated in various combinations. Later it displaces and compresses the pons and lateral medulla and obstructs the CSF circulation.
ENT
null
1955dbdc-2d6c-43cc-adb1-097d8d183d0c
The first case introduced into the population group to be studied is called:
Index case
Primary case
Initial case
Reference case
1b
multi
Ans: b (Primary case) Ref: Park, 19th ed, p. 90The term primary case refers to the first case of a communicable disease introduced into the population unit being studied.The term index case refers to the first case to come to the attention of the investigator; it is not always the primary case. Secondary cases are those developing from contact with primary case.
Social & Preventive Medicine
Epidemiology
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Long thyroid stimulating agent is
Antibody to thyroid globulin
Antibody to thyroid cell receptors
Antibody to thyroxine
Antibody to thyroid cells
1b
single
Answer is option 2, antibody to thyroid receptors. Thyrotropin receptor (TSHR) antibodies that stimulate the thyroid (TSAb) cause Graves' hypehyroidism and TSHR antibodies which block thyrotropin action (TBAb) are occasionally responsible for hypothyroidism. Unusual patients switch from TSAb to TBAb (or vice versa) with concomitant thyroid function changes. We have examined case repos to obtain insight into the basis for "switching."
Pathology
Endocrinology
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Pungent volatile anesthetic agents are:
Halthane
Isoflurane
Sevoflurane
Desflurane
1b
single
B i.e. Isoflurane
Anaesthesia
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What are the minimum and maximum possible values of Glasgow Coma Score?
Minimum = 3, Maximum = 15
Minimum = 0, Maximum = 13
Minimum = 0, Maximum = 15
Minimum = 3, Maximum = 18
0a
single
Ans. a. Minimum = 3. Maximum = 15 (Ref: Harrison 19/e p1730, 18/e p3381-3382; Sabiston 19/e p1894; Schwartz 9/e p1522; Bailey 26/e p312. 25/e p301. 302)In Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS). maximum score is 15 and minimum score is 3.Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS)Eye OpeningVerbal responseBest Motor responseSpontaneous4Oriented5Obeys commands6To loud voice3Confused, disoriented4Localizes pain5To pain2Inappropriate words3Flexion (withdrawal) to pain)4No response1Incomprehensible sounds2Abnormal flexion posturing3 No response1Extension posturing2 No response1Maximum score-15Q. minimum score-3Q.Best predictor of outcome: Motor responseQPatients scoring 3 or 4 have an 85% chance of dying or remaining vegetative, while scores above 11 indicate only a 5-10% likelihood of deathQ
Surgery
Head Injury
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Iron is absorbed in: March 2012
Stomach
Duodenum
Ileum
Duodenum + Jejunum
1b
single
Ans: B i.e. DuodenumSite of absorptionStomach is the site of absorption of water and alcoholDuodenum is the site of absorption of iron and calciumIleum is the site of absorption of vitamin B12 and bile salt
Physiology
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Falanga is -
Suspension by wrist
Beating of feet
Placing electric wires in vagina
Clamping of thighs between bamboos
1b
single
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Beating of feet * Beating may be of following types -i) Falanga (Falolka/Baatinada) : Beating of soles of feet with blunt object.ii) Telefono : Simultaneous beating of both ears with palms.iii) Quirofana : Beating on abdomen while upper half of body lying unsupported on table.
Forensic Medicine
Injuries
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The most ideal explanation for recurrence of odontogenic keratocyst is
Increased mitotic activity of the epithelial lining
Friability of the epithelial lining
Presence of satellite cysts or daughter cysts
Continued proliferation of rests of dental lamina
2c
single
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Pathology
null
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Cognitive model of depression is given by ?
Ellis
Beck
Godfrey
Meicheinbanon
1b
single
Beck Cognitive therapy is a psychotherapy developed by American pyschiatrist Aaron T. Beck. Cognitive therapy is one of the therapeutic approaches within the larger group of cognitive behavioural therapies. Cognitive therapy seeks to help the client overcome difficulties by identifying and changing dysfunctional thinking, behaviour and emotional responses. This involves helping clients develop skills for modifying beliefs, identifying distoed thinkings, relative to others in different ways and changing behaviours. Treatment is based on collaboration between client and therapist and on testing beliefs. Therapy may consist of testing the assumptions which one makes and identifying how some of one's usually unquestioned thoughts are distoed, unrealistic and unhelpful. Once, those thoughts have been challenged, ones feelings about the subject matter of those thoughts are more easily subject to change. Beck initially focussed on depression and developed a list of errors in thought that he proposed could maintain depression, including arbitrary inference, selective abstraction, over generalization and magnification (of negatives) and minimization (of positives). According to Beck's theorey of the etiology of depression, depressed people acquire a negative view of the world in childhood and adolescence. Children and adolescent who suffer from depression acquire this negative view earlier. Depressed people acquire such view through a loss of a parent, rejection by peers, (criticism from teachers or parents, the depressive attitude and other negative events). When the person with such view encounters a situation that resembles the original conditions of the learned view in some way, even remotely, the negative views of the persons are activated. A simple example may illustrate the principle of how cognitive therapy works Having made a mistake at work, a person may believe "I am useless and can't do anything right at work". Strongly believing this then tends to worsen his mood. The problem may be worsened fuher if the individual reacts by avoiding activities and then behaviourally confirming the negative belief to himself. As a result, any adaptive response and fuher constructive consequences become unlikely, which reinforces the original belief of being useless. In therapy, the latter example could be identified as a self fulfilling prophecy or "problem cycle" and the effos of the therapist and client would be directed at working together to change it.
Psychiatry
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A 22 years old man presents with a solitary 2 cm space occupying lesion of mixed echogenecity in the right lobe of the liver on USG. The rest of the liver is normal. Which of the following test should be done next?
Ultrasound guided biopsy of the lesion
Hepatic scintigraphy
Hepatic angiography
Contrast enhanced CT scan of the liver
1b
single
MRI as the diagnostic test of choice for hepatic hemangioma at most centers. Nuclear medicine studies may be used to confirm the diagnosis when a probable hemangioma is detected on ultra-sonography. Nuclear medicine studies may also help to clarify the nature of a lesion when the diagnosis is equivocal on CT or MRI. Percutaneous biopsy of a hepatic hemangioma carries an increased risk of hemorrhage. Liver biopsy is contraindicated in most circumstances where a hemangioma is high in the differential diagnosis of a hepatic mass. Hepatic angiography: The diagnostic accuracy of noninvasive tests has obted the need for hepatic aeriography in most cases.
Radiology
Fundamentals in Radiology
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Dye used for myelography
Conray 320
Myodil
Dianosil
Iopaoic acid
1b
single
contrast agents used for myelography are : Iohexol Iopamidol Metrizamide Myodil
Radiology
Fundamentals in Radiology
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Which is NOT pyrogenic Interleukin
IL-1
TNF-a
IL-4
IL-6
2c
single
(C) IL-4 # Pyrogenic cytokines: Known pyrogenic cytokines include IL-1, IL-6, TNF, ciliary neurotropic factor (CNTF), and interferon (INF)a. Others probably exist; although IL-18 - a membrane of the IL-1 family - does not appear to be pyrogenic cytokine. Each cytokine is encoded by a separate gene, and each pyrogenic cytokine has been shown to cause fever in laboratory animals and in humans. When injected into humans, IL-1, IL-6 and TNF produce fever at low doses (10 to 100 ng/kg).> Fever, characterized by an elevation of body temperature, usually by 1deg to 4degC, is one of the most prominent manifestations of the acute-phase response, especially when inflammation is caused by infection. Fever is produced in response to substances called pyrogens that act by stimulating prostaglandin (PG) synthesis in the vascular and perivascular cells of the hypothalamus. Bacterial products, such as lipopolysaccharide (LPS; called exogenous pyrogens), stimulate leukocytes to release cytokines such as IL-1 & TNF (called endogenous pyrogens) that increase the levels of cyclooxygenases that convert AA into prostaglandins. In the hypothalamus the PGs, especially PGE2, stimulate the production of neurotransmitters, which function to reset the temperature set point at a higher level. IL-4 is involved in immediate hypersensitivity reactions.
Pathology
Misc.
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A 45-year old male presented with severe respiratory distress. O/E he had pedal edema, bilateral crepitation on auscultation. He was admitted to emergency department and expired 2 days of admission. Lung biopsy done suggested the following. What is your diagnosis?
CMV pneumonitis
Small cell Ca lung
Tuberculosis
Heart failure cells
3d
multi
Ans. (d) Heart failure cellsThe lung biopsy shows intra-alveolar transudate granular pale pink material along with alveolar micro-hemorrhages & hemosiderin-laden macrophages ("heart failure" cells) seen in left-sided congestive heart failure.
Pathology
Respiration
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Murder is.............. offence.
Cognizable, non-compoundable and non-bailable
Cognizable, compoundable and bailable
Non-cognizable, non-compoundable and non-bailable
Non-cognizable, compoundable and bailable
0a
single
Ans: (a) Cognizable, non-compoundable and non-bailableRef: The First Schedule, Classification of Offences, Indian Penal CodeCognizable offencesCognizable offences are more serious crimes wherein police can arrest the suspect without any warrant.Ex. rape, murder, ragging, dowry death etc.Compoundable offencesCompoundable offences are those offences where, the complainant (one who has filed the case, i.e., the victim), enter into a compromise and agrees to have the charges dropped against the accused.Bailable offencesBailable offences are less serious crimes wherein the suspect can be released from custody by furnishing a bond on bail.
Forensic Medicine
Law & Medicine, Identification, Autopsy & Burn
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In stage III ovarian cancer patient with upper abdominal disease < 5cm, management of choice is
Debulking surgery
Mantle cell irradiation
Abdomino-pelvic radiotherapy
Neo-adjuvant chemotherapy
0a
single
Management of Advanced stage diseaseIncludes stage III and IVDebulking surgery versus neoadjuvant chemotherapy followed by Postoperative chemotherapyPrimary cytoreduction surgery is the preferred in1. Retroperitoneal only disease preoperatively 2. Patients with stage IIIC or IV disease with good performance status who have < 5cm upper abdominal disease 3. Patients who are considered ideal for intraperitoneal chemotherapy if optimally reducedNeoadjuvant chemotherapy and interval debulking surgery is preferred in1. Patients with bulky upper abdominal peritoneal disease >5cm in diameter2. Medically unfit for surgeryPostoperative chemotherapySystemic chemotherapy with 6 cycles of carboplatin and paclitaxelPostoperative radiotherapy1. Not effective compared to chemotherapy2. Used clear cell or mucinous carcinomasMAINTENANCE THERAPY1. No role after the complete clinical response 2. Drugs used: 3month or 12month paclitaxel every 28days
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Gynaecological oncology