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Reid index is useful in the diagnosis of: | Ref: Chapter 15. The Lung: page: 688: Robbins and Cot ran Pathologic Basis of Disease: 8th editionExplanation:* The Reid index is ratio of the thickness of the mucous gland layer to the thickness of wall between the epithelium and cartilage.The normal Reid index is 0.4 and it is increased in chronic bronchitis, usually... | 149,200 | medmcqa_train |
Secondary hemorrhage after hysterectomy usually occurs | Ans. c (Between 5-10 days) (Ref. Dutta Gynecology 4th ed., 208; Shaw's Gynecology, 14th ed., p 228)# Hemorrhage (COMPLICATIONS OF HYSTER CTOMY)- Primary: within 24 hours (due to slipping of ligature usually that of vaginal angle)- Secondary: usually between 5-10 days (but may occur even in 3rd week) | 149,201 | medmcqa_train |
A 67-year-old woman has pulmonary function tests performed to evaluate symptoms of dyspnea. The most prominent finding is a reduction of the ratio of FEV1/FVC. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis? | The VC is reduced in emphysema, but the FEV1 is grossly reduced because of high airway resistance. In predominant emphysema, diffusing capacity is more profoundly decreased than in predominant bronchitis. | 149,202 | medmcqa_train |
If 100 woman experience 20 accidental pregnancies after using a contraceptive method for 2 years each, Pearl index: | Pearl index is defined as the number of "failures of contraception(i.e, accidental pregnancies) per 100 woman-years of exposure (HWY)" Failure rate per HMY = Total accidental pregnancies X 1200 ----------------------------------- Total months of exposure Thus, on entering values given in question, we get 10 as answer. ... | 149,203 | medmcqa_train |
Unfamiliarity of familiar things is seen in: | Jamais vu refers to the feeling of unfamiliarity for familiar things. Deja vu refers to the feeling that an event which is being currently experienced has also happened in the past. | 149,204 | medmcqa_train |
Which of the following enzyme is absent in Wolman's disease? | Ans. D. Acid lipase (Ref. H-17th/ pg. 2454; Table 355-1)WOLMAN'S DISEASE# It is a lysosomal storage disorder, that occurs due to acid lipase deficiency.# Features: increased LDL levels, hypercholesterolemia, atherosclerosis, adrenal calcification and death in infancy itself.Disorders of Neutral LipidsDisorderEnzyme Def... | 149,205 | medmcqa_train |
Breast is a - | Ans. is 'b' i.e., Modified sweat gland o Breast is a modified sweat gland. It is the apocrine type of sweat gland. | 149,206 | medmcqa_train |
Which one of the following procedures is most likely to increase intraocular pressure of glaucoma patient –a) Use of atropineb) Decreased pressure in jugular veinc) High dose of vitamin Cd) Dark environmente) Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. | Any factor which dilates the pupil will precipitate the attack of acute congestive glaucoma. Such factors are dim light (watching a film in a cinema), and mydriatic drugs (atropine, tropicamide, cyclopentolate, phenylephrine).
Dilatation of the pupil increases the amount of apposition between iris and anteriorly placed... | 149,207 | medmcqa_train |
Normal serum uric acid levels in males is | serum uric acid male 3.1-7.0 mg/dL female 2.5-5.6 mg/dL Ref: RAM DAS NAYAK EXAM PREPARATORY MANUAL FOR UNDERGRADUATES 2nd ed. pg no: 784 | 149,208 | medmcqa_train |
A female presented with a history of episodes of altered sensorium, involuntary movements, memory deficits and headache since the last 6 months. 4 episodes occurred during the day and 2 during sleep. She has been married since 1 year. Most likely diagnosis is- | This patient has
Abnormal movements
Amnesia (memory deficit)
Episode during sleep
Amongst the given options, only epilepsy can present with a seizure during sleep. Other three options will not present as a seizure during sleep | 149,209 | medmcqa_train |
Best investigation for acute intestinal obstruction is: | Diagnosis - X-ray Abdomen: Confirm the clinical suspicion and define more accurately the site of obstruction (60% diagnostic accuracy) Supine radiographs: Dilated loops of small intestine without evidence of colonic distention, diagnose site and level of obstruction. Erect radiographs: Multiple air-fluid levels, which ... | 149,210 | medmcqa_train |
GemciGemitis effective in | Ref-Katzung 10/891 Gemitabine is an antimetabolite that is the drug of choice for pancreatic cancer | 149,211 | medmcqa_train |
Features of left side Ca colon are | . Patient can have de novo multiple primary carcinomas in different pas of the colon at the same time, i.e. synchronous (5-10%), or can present with growth in different pas of the colon in different periods, i.e. metachronous (10-20%). Gross types: Annular, tubular, ulcerative, cauliflower like. Annular (stenosing) typ... | 149,212 | medmcqa_train |
Aphthous ulcers are known as - | Aphthous ulcers
Also known as Canker Sores
These are superficial Ulcerations of the oral mucosa.
The lesions may be Single or multiple.
Ulceration is surrounded by an erythematous halo and is Covered by a thin exudate. | 149,213 | medmcqa_train |
All are true regarding brachial plexus injury, except | Preganglionic lesions have a better prognosis than postganglionic lesions* o Preanlionic Brachial Plexus Injury. o - preganglionic lesions represent root avulsions from the spinal cord o - preganglionic injuries have limited spontaneous recovery; o - surgical repair is impossible (bad pregnosis as compared to post-gang... | 149,214 | medmcqa_train |
Ligamentum teres is remnant of - | Ans. is 'b' i.e., Left umbilical vein o The ligament teres represents the obliterated left umbilical vein.Embryonic partRemnantsDuctus arteriosusLigamentum arteriosumUmbilical arteryProximal partSuperior vesical artery.Distal partMedial umbilical ligamentUmbilical veinLigament teresDuctus venosusLigamentum venosusSeptu... | 149,215 | medmcqa_train |
Interstitial nephritis is most commonly seen with - | Ans. is 'a' i.e., Methicillin o Hematuria, Albuminuria and reversible interstitial nephritis are the specific adverse effect of methicillin. Remember o Methicillin - Intestitial nephritis o Oxacillin - Hepatitis o Nafcillin - Neutropenia o Ampicillin - Diarrhea | 149,216 | medmcqa_train |
Malignant neuroleptic syndrome is caused by:March 2009 | Ans. C: AntipsychoticsNeuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) refers to the combination of hypehermia, rigidity, and autonomic dysregulation that can occur as a serious complication of the use of antipsychotic drugs.The list of atypical antipsychotic drugs that may cause NMS include olanzapine, risperidone, paliperidone, ... | 149,217 | medmcqa_train |
Feathery appearance in jejunum is due to – | The nervous and villous coat of the jejunum are extensive and are thrown into folds, called Valvulae conniventes which give feathery appearance in the jejunum. | 149,218 | medmcqa_train |
Daily release of ho rmonefrom mirena is - | Ans. is 'b' i.e., 20 microgram Mirena:o It is levennogesterol releasing intrauterine contraceptive device system.o It measures about 32 x 32 mm.o It has a life span of 5 yearso It contains 52 mg of levenogesterol.o It releases 20 meg/ day of levenogesterol. | 149,219 | medmcqa_train |
In the early stage of which of the following carcinoma, no lymphatics involved: | Ans. (a) Glottic CARef: Dhingra's ENT 5th ed. / 327* Most common laryngeal malignancies are squamous cell CA (90-95%).* It can be any of these three sites:Supraglottis2nd MC site. Nodal metastasis occur early. MC to middle jugular nodes Symptom: Throat pain, Dysphagia, referred pain to ear > HoarsenessGlottisMC site. L... | 149,220 | medmcqa_train |
All the following are true about Upper End Of Tibia EXCEPT: | Patella has no aiculation with Tibia; it is aiculated to Femur Only. Ossification: Secondary Centre for the Upper End is present at bih and fuses with the shaft by 16 years in females and 18 in males. Both Medial and Lateral menisci are attached to the Intercondylar Area on tibia. Semi-membranosus muscle is attached to... | 149,221 | medmcqa_train |
Drug of choice among these for neonatal seizures: | Ans. A. PhenobarbitoneThe drug of choice for treating neonatal seizures is phenobarbitone. Its initial IV dose is 20-40mg/kg IV, followed by maintenance dose of 3-5mg/kg/dayIV/IM or oral. | 149,222 | medmcqa_train |
Tennis elbow is | Tennis elbow is a condition characterised by pain and tenderness at the lateral epicondyle of the humerus due to non-specific inflammation at the origin of the extensor muscles of the forearm.Maheswari 5th edition Pg: 302 | 149,223 | medmcqa_train |
M/C type of breech presentation: | Ans is a, i.e. Frank breechRef Fernando Arias 4/e, p 375Varieties of breech:CompleteIncomplete:-Frank breech (70%)-Footling breech-Knee breech | 149,224 | medmcqa_train |
Presumptive count includes | Presumptive coliform test
In presumptive coliform test the most probable number of all coliform organisms (not only E.coh) are counted → Presumptive coliform count.
The methods are : -
Multiple tube method
Membrane filtration technique.
After analysing presumptive coliforrn count, E.coli count is confirmed by othe... | 149,225 | medmcqa_train |
Killian's dehiscence is seen in: | Ans. c (Cricopharynx). (Ref. Diseases of ENT by PL Dhingra, 3rd /pg. 290)# Inferior constrictor muscle has two parts:- Thyropharyngeus (oblique fibers)- Cricopharyngeus (transverse fibers)# Between these two parts exists a potential gap, known as "Killan's dehiscence" (gateway of tears).# Clinical significance:- Perfor... | 149,226 | medmcqa_train |
Type of graft, best suited for renal transplantation - | Although the best graft is-autograft, a renal graft can obviously not be an autograft.
So the best renal graft is an isograft. | 149,227 | medmcqa_train |
True about Gilbe syndrome is: | Gilbe syndrome: Unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia Paial deficiency of UDPglucuronyl transferase enzyme Jaundice precipitated by fasting Phenobarbitone, being an enzyme inducer, improves the condition by increasing the activity of UDP glucuronyl transferase enzyme | 149,228 | medmcqa_train |
'Tiger eye' appearance on MRI brain is characteristic feature of: | Ans. B. Hallervorden Spatz diseaseHallervorden- Spatz Disease (are neurodegenerative disorder of basal ganglia)DefinitionHallervorden- Spatz disease (HSD) is a rare disorder characterized by progressive extrapyramidal dysfunction and dementia. It's an iron metabolic disorder.Genetics1. The disease can be familial or sp... | 149,229 | medmcqa_train |
Most of the CO2 transported in the blood is | The CO2 that diffuses into red blood cells is rapidly hydrated to H2CO3 because of the presence of carbonic anhydrase.
The H2CO3 dissociates to H+ and HCO3-, and the H+ is buffered, primarily by hemoglobin, while the HCO3- enters the plasma. | 149,230 | medmcqa_train |
Crypta Magna is the remnant of | Medial surface of each tonsil has 15-20 crypts, the largest of which is called Intratonsillar cleft or crypta Magna (which represents the persistence of the ventral poion of the second pharyngeal pouch)'.Ref: PL Dhingra, Diseases of Ear, Nose & Throat, 7th edition, pg no. 291 | 149,231 | medmcqa_train |
A 30 year old primipara in labor with transverse lie treatment of choice is | Patients in labor with transverse lie can be managed by external cephalic version followed by surgical rupture of membrane But it is impoant to note that the patient is primigravuda with age 30years i.e, elderly primi so ECV is contraindicated This patient requires emergency cesaream section | 149,232 | medmcqa_train |
The early feature of Pott's paraplegia is - | Potts Paraplegia * It is a most serious complication of spinal TB,incidence is appr 20%. * MC in dorsal spine because it is the narrowest region,abcess remains confined under tension and even a small compromise can lead to neurological deficit,infection is common in this area and spinal cord terminates below L1 * Early... | 149,233 | medmcqa_train |
Winter bottoms sign in sleeping sickness refers to - | Generalized or regional lymphadenopathy - Posterior cervical lymphadenopathy (Winterbottom sign) is characteristic of T brucei gambiense African trypanosomiasis | 149,234 | medmcqa_train |
Compared with cow's milk, mother's milk has more - | Lactose content in cows milk-4.4g ,breast milk-7.4g per 100grams.REF.PARK'S TEXTBOOK OF PREVENTIVE AND SOCIAL MEDICINE.Editon-21.Page no.-582 table 21 | 149,235 | medmcqa_train |
C/F of Turner&;s syndrome: | Turner's syndrome 45,XO genotype sho strature neck is sho and webbed shield chest,high palate,low set ears lymphoedema of extremities at bih SHAW'S TEXTBOOK OF GYNAECOLOGY,Pg no:111,15th edition | 149,236 | medmcqa_train |
Strength of sewage is expressed in terms of all EXCEPT: | Ans. d (Coliform count). (Ref. Park PSM 22nd/pg. 708)SEWAGE# It is wastewater from community containing solid and liquid excreta, derived from houses, street and yard washing, factories and industries.# It resembles dirt water with unpleasant smell.# Composition of sewage is 99.9% water.# Average adult person excretes ... | 149,237 | medmcqa_train |
A bilipid layer is most permeable to - | Ans-DThe lipid bilayer is impermeable to most water-soluble molecules.Lipid soluble molecules readily enter the cellsMolecules that move rapidly through a given membrane (lipid bilayer) are said to have a high Permeabilitycoefficient: - as followsFig.: Permeability coefficients of water, some ions, and other small mole... | 149,238 | medmcqa_train |
Essential amino acid amongst the following - | Ans. is 4d' i.e.. All Nutritionally Essential Nutritionally Nonessentiai Arginine - semi essential Alanine Histidine Asparagine Isoleucine Asparatate Leucine Cysteine Lysine Glutamate Methionine Glutamine Phenylalanine Glycine Threonine Praline Tryptophan Serine Valine Tyrosine | 149,239 | medmcqa_train |
The following set of words can be used synonymously in epidemiology - | Ans. is 'c' i.e., Latent infection and subclinical infection Though none of the given pairs can be used as synonymously, the best answer is 'c'. | 149,240 | medmcqa_train |
Iron is maximum in | Ans. is 'c' i.e., Meat | 149,241 | medmcqa_train |
Surgery for mitral stenosis during pregnancy is ideally done at : | 14 weeks | 149,242 | medmcqa_train |
Following statements are true regarding first pharyngeal arch : | A i.e. Maxillary & mandibular prominences are formed; B i.e. Maxilla & Zygomatic bone are formed by intermembranous ossification; C i.e. Tensor palati formed by first arch | 149,243 | medmcqa_train |
all are ture ragrding gall stones management except ? | medical management of gallstones : it should be cholesterol stone it should be radioluscent gallbladder should be functioning non acute symptoms size of stone <1.5cm ref : bailey and love 27th ed | 149,244 | medmcqa_train |
58-year-old man suffered road traffic accident and came to the hospital. He had multiple fractures in his lower limbs, ribs and lung contusion. Ultimately he succumbed to his injuries. At autopsy, a biopsy from the lung showed the following appearance. What is the likely cause of his death? | Indeed, fat embolism occurs in some 90% of individuals with severe skeletal injuries Fat embolism syndrome Term applied to the minority of patients who become symptomatic. It is characterized by:- Pulmonary insufficiency, Neurologic symptoms, Anemia, and Thrombocytopenia, Staining:- Because lipids are dissolved out of ... | 149,245 | medmcqa_train |
Liver synthesizes all, except: | D i.e. ImmunoglobulinAlpha (a ) and beta (f3) globulins are produced by hepatocytes (liver), where as immunoglobins or gamma globins are produced by B- lymphocyte (plasma cell)Q.Proteins synthesized by liver areProteinFunctionAlbuminOrmotic regulator; and carrier protein binding hormone, aminoacids,sterioids, vitamins,... | 149,246 | medmcqa_train |
Which of the following excludes painful stimuli from awareness: | A i.e. Repression Defence mechanism Definition Normal example Pathological example Repression - It is (unconscious or conscious) exclusion, expulsion - Forgetting; eg painful - Psychogenic or withholding of an unaccepted anxiety, pain or aspects of memory of amnesia distress provoking sturnuli (idea, impulse, emotion, ... | 149,247 | medmcqa_train |
The rate-limiting step in the biosynthesis of catecholamines is catalyzed by | The rate limiting step in the synthesis of catecholamines is catalysed by tyrosine hydroxylase Ref : guyton and hall textbook of medical physiology 12 edition page number:605,606,607 | 149,248 | medmcqa_train |
A 25 year old male gives history of sudden painless loss of vision in one eye for the past 2 weeks. There is no history of trauma. On examination the anterior segment is normal but there is no fundal glow. Which one of the following is the most likely cause? | Ans. (a) Vitreous hemorrhageRef: Kanski 7/e, p. 730Sudden painless loss of vision with absence of fundal glow and a normal anterior chamber, in absence of trauma (spontaneous) is consistent with a diagnosis of spontaneous vitreous hemorrhage.Vitreous hemorrhageSudden painless loss of visionOptic atrophyGradual painless... | 149,249 | medmcqa_train |
Screening for condition recommended wrhen - | Ans. is 'd' i.e., Early diagnosis can change disease course because of effective treatment o The disease to be screened should fulfil the following criteria before it is considered suitable for screening.1. The condition sougth should be an important health problem (in general, prevalence should be high).2. There shoul... | 149,250 | medmcqa_train |
Parathyroid hormone is responsible for all actions except: | A i.e. Absorption of phosphorus increaseParathyroid hormone increases phosphate excretion in urine due to decrease in reabsorption of phosphate in the proximal tubulesQ. | 149,251 | medmcqa_train |
In which of the following disease, the overall survival is increased by screening procedure - | .there is strong positive correlation between cancer colon and dietary fat.the studies have shown that increase in the dietary intake of fat has recently increased the incidence of ca colon in the western communities like japan.also dietary fibre intake is said to have a protective role in the development of carcinoma ... | 149,252 | medmcqa_train |
Diuretic used in mountain sickness? | ACTIONS OF ACETAZOLAMIDE: i) Lowering of intraocular tension due to decreased formation of aqueous humor (it is rich in HC03). 2) Raised level of C02 in the brain and lowering of pH - sedation and elevation of seizure threshold. 3) Alteration of C02 transpo in lungs and tissues: - used in high altitude or mountain sick... | 149,253 | medmcqa_train |
In treatment of Parkinsonism with Levodopa dose limiting toxicity is | (B) Vomitings # ADVERSE EFFECTS 2# HAEMATOLOGICAL Dose limiting toxicity> Leucopenia, nadir 21 - 28 days, recovery 28 - 35 days.> Thrombocytopenia, nadir 16 days, recovery 21 days.# GASTROINTESTINAL Dose limiting toxicity> Severe nausea and vomiting, duration 1-12 hours. Aggressive antiemetic prophylaxis is recommended... | 149,254 | medmcqa_train |
Hanging in which body is fully suspended and feet are not touching the ground? | HANGING ON THE BASIS OF SUSPENSION Hanging in which body is fully suspended and feet are not touching the ground is called complete hanging. Hanging in which feet or pa of body touches the ground and the body is not fully suspended is called paial hanging. | 149,255 | medmcqa_train |
Hysteroscopy is used in all EXCEPT : | None | 149,256 | medmcqa_train |
Tryptophan is glucogenic & ketogenic by producing | The major metabolic fate of tryptophan is to be oxidized by tryptophan pyrrolase (tryptophan di-oxygenase) (Step 1, Fig. 17.8). It is a hemoprotein. The enzyme is inducible by coicosteroids.iii. In this major pathway, the total 11 carbon atoms of tryptophan are catabolized as formyl group (1C which enters the one-carbo... | 149,257 | medmcqa_train |
In Holmes-Adie pupil all are true except - | The Adie's tonic pupil. In this condition reaction to light is absent and to near reflex is very slow and tonic. The affected pupil is larger (anisocoria). Its exact cause is not known. It is usually unilateral, associated with absent knee jerk and occurs more often in young women. Adie's pupil constricts with weak pil... | 149,258 | medmcqa_train |
True regarding IgA nephropathy is | IgA nephropathy, characterized by mesangial deposits of IgA-containing immune complexes, is the most common cause of the nephritic syndrome worldwide; it is also a common cause of recurrent hematuria; it commonly affects children and young adults and has a variable course. Ref: Robbins basic book of pathology 9th editi... | 149,259 | medmcqa_train |
Donovan bodies are seen in: | Ans. is 'a' i.e., Granuloma inguinale | 149,260 | medmcqa_train |
Which of the following nerve innervates rhomboids minor muscle? | Dorsal scapular nerve innervates the rhomboids minor muscle which is involved in retraction of the scapula. Medial pectoral nerve innervates pectoralis minor which is involved in protraction, depression, and stabilization of scapula.Long thoracic nerve innervates serratus anterior which is involved in protraction and r... | 149,261 | medmcqa_train |
Example of neuromuscular blocker causing hypotension is: | The hypotension seen with the use of atracurium and mivacurium is due to release of histamine, whereas dTubocuranine causes hypotension histamine release and ganglion blockade. Ref: Miller's anesthesia-7th ed, Chapter 29. | 149,262 | medmcqa_train |
Anthrol acts as purgative due to - | Ans. is 'a' i.e., Irritant action o Anthroquinones (senna, cascara sagrada) are stimulant purgatives --> irritate the intestinal mucosa and thus stimulate motor activity. | 149,263 | medmcqa_train |
Which of the following sexually transmitted disease is diagnosed by Ito's test? | The Ito-Reenstierna test is an intradermal test, using inactivated Haemophilus ducreyi, for diagnosis of chancroid. Due to limited sensitivities for detection of circulating antibodies to H. ducreyi, serology has currently limited usefulness in the routine diagnosis of chancroid infection but may be useful in populatio... | 149,264 | medmcqa_train |
Which of the following finding is not suggestive of intrinsic hepatic fibrosis: | In caput medusa the blood flows away from the umbilicus and is suggestive of poal hypeension. The increased flow results in a venous hum. The abdominal distention due to ascites explains flank fullness and eveed umbilicus. | 149,265 | medmcqa_train |
Omega shaped epiglottis is seen in? | ANSWER: (A) LaryngomaiaciaREF: Dhingra 4th ed p.272In laryngomaiacia direct laryngoscopy shows elongated epiglottis, curled upon itself (omegashaped), floppy aryepiglottic folds and prominent arytenoids.Pediatric Epiglottis is omega-shaped and arytenoids relatively large covering significant portion of the posterior gl... | 149,266 | medmcqa_train |
Common injury to baby is - | The most common bone to be fractured in children and during birth is clavicle. | 149,267 | medmcqa_train |
Contact dermatitis is - | Contact dermatitis is a type IV hypersensitivity reaction. - delayed hypersensitivity sometimes results results from skin contact with a variety of chemicals - metals such as nickel and chromium, simple chemicals like dyes,drugs or plant allergens. The antigen activates specifically sensitised CD4 & CD8 T lymphocytes l... | 149,268 | medmcqa_train |
Gamma amino butyrate is synthesized from? - | Ans. is 'b' i.e., Glutamate \Ref: Harper 29th/ e p. 304-305]o Gamma amino butyric acid (GABA) is formed by decarboxylation of L-glutamate.Amino acidsBiological important compoundTyrosineCatecholamines (epinephrineQ, norepinephrineQ, dopamineQ), thyroxineQ, triiodothryonine, melanin Q.(Note: - Phenylalanine is the precu... | 149,269 | medmcqa_train |
Caloric requirement of adult male worker with moderate levels of activity is:- | Caloric requirement of Adult Male worker:- Sedentery levels of activity - 2320 Kcal/day Moderate levels of activity - 2730 Kcal/day Heavy levles of activity - 3490 Kcal/day. Caloric requirement of Adult Female worker:- Sedentery levels of activity - 1900 Kcal/day Moderate levels of activity - 2230 Kcal/day Heavy levles... | 149,270 | medmcqa_train |
Which of the following is associated with adult polycystic kidney disease? | Ans. is 'a' i.e. Berry Aneurysm in Circle of Willis Extrarenal anomalies seen in patients with adult polycystic kidney disease.||||CystsBerry aneurysmColonic diverticula*Mitral valve(a) Liver (M.C. Site)*(Present in 5-10%)(M C. extrarenal deformity )Prolapse*(b) Spleen* perforation is common (c) Pancreas* (d) Ovaries | 149,271 | medmcqa_train |
Contraindications to major hepatic resection for metastatic disease include all of the following Except | HEPATIC RESECTION Indications * Parasitic and non-parasitic cysts. * Benign and primary malignant tumours of the liver. * A secondary tumour that involves by direct extensions like from carcinoma of the gallbladder or limited secondaries from carcinoma colon/carcinoids. * Trauma to the liver. Contraindication * Advance... | 149,272 | medmcqa_train |
Muscle that causes flexion at elbow joint when forearm is semi - pronated | Brachioradialis causes flexion at elbow joint when forearm is semi - pronated. | 149,273 | medmcqa_train |
Spermatogenesis begins at - | Ans. is 'c' i.e., Puberty o Spermatogenesis refers to the process of formation of spermatozoa (sperm) from primitive germ cells (spermatogonia).o Spermatogenesis begins at puberty and continues throughout adult life to decline in old age.o In humans, it takes an average of 74 days to form a mature sperm from primitive ... | 149,274 | medmcqa_train |
Which of the following drug is used for Lithium induced tremors? | Ans. B. PropranololNeurological Effects of lithium1. Tremor: postural tremor (8to12Hz) (treatment- b-Adrenergic receptor antagonists, such as propranolol)2. Cognitive Effects (dysphoria, lack of spontaneity, slowed reaction times and impaired memory)3. Other Neurological Effects: symptoms of mild parkinsonism, ataxia, ... | 149,275 | medmcqa_train |
Extraocular muscle not supplied by oculomotor: (D. REPEAT 2011) | Ref: Basaks Essentials of Ophthalmology, 5th edition Explanation:EXTRAOCULAR MUSCLESTotal 6 muscles (4 Rectus and 2 Oblique muscles).Rectus musclesOrigin: Common origin from annular tendon of Zinn around the optic foramen at the apex of the orbit.Insertion: They are inserted to the sclera after piercing the Tenon's cap... | 149,276 | medmcqa_train |
Casoni's test is positive in | Ans. a (Echinococcus)TestUsed forAdrenolytic testPheochromocytomaAllen testIn patients with severe Raynaud's phenomenon and refractory digital ulcers due to distal ulnar artery occlusion.Anticholinesterase testMyasthenia gravisApnea testDemonstration that apnea is due to irreversible medullary damage.Bentiromide testis... | 149,277 | medmcqa_train |
In comparison to breast milk, colostrum has a higher content of | Colostrum is the milk secreted during the first three days. It is yellow, thick and contains more of antibodies and fat-soluble vitamins.Transitional milk is that secreted during the following 2 weeks and contains plenty of immunoglobulins.This is followed by mature milk which is thin and watery.(refer to pgno: 430 She... | 149,278 | medmcqa_train |
Drugs within the following groups react unourably with lithium | Causes worsening of lithium toxicity and renal damage | 149,279 | medmcqa_train |
"Periglomerular" Fibrosis is considered typical of: | Chronic pylonephritis | 149,280 | medmcqa_train |
Which of the following can be ophthalmic complication of DM except - | Answer- D. Rhegmatogenous retinal detachmentOcular manifestations of diabetic retinopathy are-1) Non- proliferative diabetic retinopathy (NPDR)-MicroaneurysmsRetinal hemorrhageRetinal edema (Retinal thickening)- macular edema.2) Proliferative diabetic retinopathy (PDR)Hallmark of PDR is the occurance of neovascularizat... | 149,281 | medmcqa_train |
In the entire human genome, coding DNA constitutes? | Ans. a. 2% | 149,282 | medmcqa_train |
Natural disasters are all except - | Ans. is 'd' i.e., Accidental radioactive gas leak from factory o A natural disaster is a major adverse event resulting from natural processes of the Earth; examples include floods, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, tsunamis, and other geologic processes,o Accidental radioactive gas leak from factory is most commonly a r... | 149,283 | medmcqa_train |
A 40 year old man has chronic cough with fever for several months. The chest radiograph reveals a diffuse reticulondular pattern. Microscopically on transbronchial biopsy there are focal areas of inflammation containing epitheloid cell granuloma, Langhans giant cells, and lymphocytes. These findings are typical for whi... | Ans. is 'd' i.e., Type IV o Presence of epitheloid cell granuloma, Ianghans giant cells and lymphocytes is characteristic of chronic granulomatous inflammation | 149,284 | medmcqa_train |
Nicotinic acid - | Ans. is 'a1 i.e., Increases HDL Nicotinic acid (Niacin)o There are three main type of lipases related to metabolism of lipoproteins -1. Lipoprotein lipase - Present in blood vessels and causes hydrolysis of tryglvceride content of VLDL and chylomicrones.2. Hepatic lipase - Converts IDL to LDL by hydrolysing the triglyc... | 149,285 | medmcqa_train |
Giant 'a' waves in JVP occur in all except - | Because Tricuspid stenosis usually occurs in the presence of other obvious valvulardisease, the diagnosis may be missed unless it is considered. SevereTS is associated with marked hepatic congestion, often resultingin cirrhosis, jaundice, serious malnutrition, anasarca, and ascites.Congestive hepatomegaly and, in cases... | 149,286 | medmcqa_train |
Treatment of Hirsutism in PCOD, Drug used is : | In PCOD with Hirustism,drugs given are; a.oral contraceptive b.anti androgens Antiandrogens in PCOD Used are spironolactone, cyproterone acetate, Flutamide and Finasteride Spironolactone in a dose of 100-200 mg daily, blocks the androgen receptors, reduces it production and increases its metabolism and thus prevents hi... | 149,287 | medmcqa_train |
Dermatophyte which does not involve nail | Trichophyton - Infect skin, Hair and nail.
Microsporum - Infect skin, Hair.
Epidermophyton - Infect skin, Nail. | 149,288 | medmcqa_train |
Which of the following is the right order of psycho-sexual development:- | Freudian psychosexual stages of developmen Stage Age Erogenous Zone/Activities Oral 0-1 1/2 years Sucking biting chewing Anal 1 1/2 - 3 years Bowel and bladder control Phallic 3-6 years Genitalia Latency 6 - pubey Repression of sexual instincts Genital After pubey Adult sexual inclinations and interests | 149,289 | medmcqa_train |
Hypersecretory glaucoma is seen in- | "In epidemic dropsy, the aqueous shows raised level of histamine, prostaglandin and protein suggestion that the glaucoma is hypersecretory". Ref: pediatric Ophthalmology by PK Mukharjee 4th/e p.370 | 149,290 | medmcqa_train |
An HIV-positive patient asks you if you can tell him the chances of him progressing to symptomatic AIDS. Which one of the following tests would be most useful? | HIV PCR, a nucleic acid amplification test for HIV RNA, has recently been shown to be the most valuable test for: monitoring a patient's progress during triple drug therapy and determining the chances of progression to AIDS. A viral load of 750,000 copies per ml significantly increases the chance of progression to AIDS... | 149,291 | medmcqa_train |
Not seen in the first decade - | Ameloblastoma is not a childhood tumor.
Other three are childhood malignancies. | 149,292 | medmcqa_train |
Pneumatosis intestinalis is diagnostic of | .Necrotising enterocolitis is an acquired inflammatory disease commonly seen in infants and newborn but occasionally can occur in children and adults. It ismore commonly seen in premature babies. It is more common in formula fed babies than breast bed babies. Reduced gut flora make virulent pathogens to act and cause s... | 149,293 | medmcqa_train |
True about MRI/CT appearance of lateral meningocele: | C i.e. Widened neural foramen - Lateral meningocele is non solid, CSF containing leptomeningeal outpouching through widened neural foramen usually into paraspinal, intrathoracic spaceQ. And it is generally associated with spinal deformities like, posterior (dorsal) scalloping, erosion of pedicles, thinning of neural ar... | 149,294 | medmcqa_train |
The sequence in a long chain of protein is identified by | "A major use of RFLPs is in the definition of inherited diseases in which the functional deficit is unknown. RFLPs / SNPs can be used to establish linkage groups, which in turn, by the process of chromosome walking, will eventually define the disease locus. In chromosome walking, a fragment representing one end of a lo... | 149,295 | medmcqa_train |
Cyclic GMP is the second messenger of: | C i.e. Insulin | 149,296 | medmcqa_train |
Which of the following does not cause biliary tract obstruction ? | Pathogenesis and clinical features of ankylostoma duodanale Infective agent: filariform larvae Poal of entry: skin The worm causes hookworm disease in man characterized mainly by anaemia. (refer pgno:144 baveja 3 rd edition) | 149,297 | medmcqa_train |
IgA-nephropathy is seen in: | Answer is B (Mesangioproliferative glomerulonephritis): | 149,298 | medmcqa_train |
Testes completely descend in the scrotum by the: DNB 09 | Ans. End of 9th month | 149,299 | medmcqa_train |
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