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What is the surgical indication for performing the Hunterian Ligation operation?
Hunterian ligation (parent vessel occlusion) is generally only considered if occlusion of the aneurysm neck is dangerous or impossible. It reduces flow past the aneurysm, often reducing the size of the lesion and even occasionally causing spontaneous thrombosis. Ref: Neurosurgery: Principles and Practice By Anne J. Moo...
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In a person with normal kidneys and normal lungs who has chronic metabolic acidosis, you would expect to find all of the following, compared with normal, except:
Chronic metabolic acidosis : is, by definition, associated with Decreased HCO3- Increased excretion of NH4Cl occurs with renal compensation for the acidosis Respiratory compensation for the acidosis increases the ventilation rate, resulting in Decreased plasma Pco2.
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Most common cause of gastric varices is
Most common cause of gastric varices : Cirrhosis Most common cause of isolated gastric varices : Splenic vein thrombosis Ref: Sabiston 20th edition Pgno : 1232
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Vitamin A is stored mainly as retinol esters in -
Ans. is 'c' Liver Absorption, transport and storage of vitamin A.Absorption in intestineof vitamin A derived from animal sourceRetinol esters present in the diet are hydrolyzed in the intestinal mucosa, releasing retinol and free fatty acids.of vitamin A derived from plant source. b carotenes derived from plant source ...
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HER-2/ neu receptor play a role in:
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Predicting therapeutic response o Overexpression of HER-2/neu in breast cancer patients is associated with poor prognosis and increases disease recurrence. o Overexpression HER-2/neu also predicts good response to transtuzumab (Herceptin), a drug approved for HER-2/ neu overexpressing breast cancer. o...
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Cobra poison is: Kerala 09; FMGE10; Bihar 12
Ans. Neurotoxic
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Hutchinson's teeth are seen in
It is a common pattern of presentation for congenital syphilis, and consists of three phenomena aka Hutchinson triad: Interstitial keratitis Hutchinson incisors Eighth nerve deafness.
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Which drug is given as a single dose to prevent mother to child HIV transmission: March 2007
Ans. B: Nevirapine Majority of mother to child transmission of HIV-1 occurs during the intrapaum period. Mechanism of veical transmission include infection after rupture of the membranes and direct contact of the fetus with infected secretions of blood from the maternal genital tract. Nevirapine is a non-nucleoside rev...
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Artery responsible for bleeding in hemoptysis is?
ANSWER: (A) Bronchial arteryREF: Harrison's 17th ed table 34-1The bronchial arteries, which originate either from the aorta or from intercostal arteries and are therefore part of the high-pressure systemic circulation, are the source of bleeding in bronchitis or bronchiectasis or with endobronchial tumors.
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Most common cause of gas gangrene -
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Cl welchii o Most common cause of gas gangrene is Cl perfringens (Cl welchii) causing 80% of cases of gas gangrene,o Other causes are Cl septicum, Cl novyi and Cl histolyticum.
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All are true regarding mesothelioma except?
• Malignant mesothelioma is MC tumor of the pleura • In 20% of malignant mesotheliomas, the tumor arises from peritoneum • Exposure to asbestos is the major known risk factor • More common in males, most common after 40 years of age. • Three types: Epithelial, sarcomatous, and biphasic • Epithelial types are associated...
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Atlanto axial joint is which type of a joint?
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Pivot Classification of JointsA. Fibrous joints* Lack intervening cartilage and hence have restricted mobility.1. Gomphosis2. Syndesmosis::Dento-alveolar pegInferior tibiofibular jointPosterior part of sacroiliac jointInterosseous membrane of forearm3. Schindylesis4. Sutures of the skull:Vomer - sphen...
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All of the following indicators represent Human Development Index, except:
Human Development Index (HDI) is defined as "a composite index combining indicators representing three dimensions, longevity (life expectancy at bih), knowledge (adult literacy rate and mean years of schooling) and income (real GDP per capita in purchasing power parity in US dollars)." Ref: Preventive and Social Medici...
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A patient presents to you with the features of biliary obstruction. He gives history of the consumption of fish while on the trip. Which of the following is most probable etiology
Ans. a. Clonorchis sinensis
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Spermatocoeles are most commonly found at -
Ans. is 'a' i.e., The Head of epidydimis o A spermatocele is a benign cystic accumulation of sperm that arises from the head of the epididymis. Although often disconcerting to the patient when noticed, these lesions are benign. Spermatoceles can develop in varying locations, ranging from the testicle itself to location...
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Which of the following histological type lung carcinoma has worst prognosis -
Ans. is 'd' i.e., Small cell CA o Small cell carcinomas are the most aggresive of lung tumors, metastatize widely and are virually incurable by surgical means.
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In perimenopausal women with menorrhagia we rule out all carcinoma except :
Ovary
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35 years male presents with a swelling in scrotum that is non tender and seperate from testes and on transillumination, chinese lantern pattern is seen diagnosis
Answer- C. Epididymal cystCysts of the epididymis (multiloculated epididymal cyst, spermatocele) are not swrounded by fluid and for this reason are felt as swellings above, behind the testis, which is also easily palpable in this situation.Because of the septation, multiloculated epididlmal cysts have a characteristic ...
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what is the most commonly abused substance which course dependence
Dependence causing potential is higher with heroin compared to other drugs ,cannabis the among the list. ref : narayana reddy
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Citric acid concentration in MTAD is:
Composition Tetracycline: – It is bacteriostatic, broad spectrum antibiotic. – It has low pH and acts as calcium chelator. – It removes smear layer. – It has property of substantivity.  – It promotes healing. Citric acid (4.25%): It is bactericidal in nature and removes smear layer. Detergent (Tween 80): It decrease...
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Reversible dementia is a feature of:
Ans: D (Hypothyroidism) Ref: Harrison 's Textbook of Internal MedicineExplanationDementiaIt is a syndrome characterized byMemory disturbances (typically acquisition & recent memory are impaired)Agnosia (inability to recognise like one's name)Aphasia (inability to talk properly)Apraxia (inability to do which were done w...
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All of the following are true regarding disinfectants except:
Ans.d. Phenol isbactericidaiand readily inactivated by organic matter Ref: Ananthanarayan 7/e p30, 31, 32; Jawetz 24/e p6]Phenols are bactericidal, but these are not readily inactivated by organic matter. Effective againstSusceptible to organic matterDisinfectantBacteriaSporesVirusFormaldehyde+++++++++-Glutaraldehyde++...
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Most common tumor of kidney in children is:
a. Wilms' tumor(Ref: Nelson's 20/e p 2464-2465)Wilms' tumor (WT), also known as nephroblastoma, is the most common primary malignant renal tumor of childhood;It is the second most common malignant abdominal tumor in childhood.The most common sites of metastases from Wilms tumor are the lungs, regional lymph nodes, and ...
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Formula shown is known as
Pearl index
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Lactic acidosis is common in
(Phenformin) (247-KDT) (689-BB) (267-KDT 6th)* Lactic acidosis more common in Phenformin and rare in Metformin* * Hypoglycemia is the most common adverse effect with sulphonyl ureas.Repaglinide indicated only in type 2 DM as an alternative to sulfonyl ureas.* It should be avoided in liver diseaseRosiglitazone - Thiozol...
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Which of the following structures is derived from the diencephalon
Neurohypophysis develops from the diencephalon. Adenohypophysis (pars distalis, pars tuberalis, and pars intermedia) develops from the Rathke's pouch, ectodermal diveiculum of the stomodeum. Caudate nucleus & olfactory bulbs develop from the telencephalon. Cerebellum develops from the metencephalon Primary Vesicles Sec...
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Drug used in aneliorative test for Myasthenia gravis is
Drug used in amellorative test (tensilon test) for myasthena gavis is edrophonium. It is a cholinergic drug and can be used for diagnosis of myasthenia gravis becaise of its sho duration of action (10-30 min) Ref-KDT 6/e p104
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Minimum criteria to diagnose PID includes all except :
Minimum criteria lower abdominal tenderness adnexal tenderness cervical motion tenderness D.C.DUTTA&;S TEXTBOOK OF GYNECOLOGY,Pg no:130 6th edition
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The section defining the rape -
Ans. is 'c' i.e., 375 IPC Rapeo According to Section 375 IPC, a man is said to commit rape, if he has sexual intercourse with a womenAgainst her willWithout her consentWith her consent, if she isi) Less than 16 years of age.ii) With his own wife less than 15 years of age.iii) Intoxicated or has an unsound mind so that ...
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Posterior relation of hilum of lung ?
Vagus nerve
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All of the following investigation findings about Haemophilia A are TRUE, EXCEPT:
PT which measure the activity of extrinsic pathway of coagulation cascade is not affected in hemophilia. In hemophilia aPTT which measure the intrinsic coagulation cascade activity is prolonged, and is associated with normal bleeding time and platelet count. Hemophilia is an X linked disorder of coagulation caused by t...
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Call exner body is seen in -
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Granulosa cell tumor FeatureOvarian tumoro Call-Exner bodieso Reinke crystalloidso Psammoma bodieso Pseudomyxoma peritoneio Signet ring cellso Rokitansky's protuberanceo Granulosa-theca cell tumoro Hilus cell tumors (pure leydig cell tumor)o Serous cystadenomao Mucinous cystadenomao Metastatic krukenb...
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A 40-year-old primiparous woman suspected to be suffering from endometriosis is subjected to diagnostic laparoscopy. Findings indicate - uterus normal, both the ovaries show presence of chocolate cysts; endometriotic deposits are seen on the round ligament right side, both the fallopian tubes and the pouch of Douglas; ...
Surgery indications Severe symptoms unresponsive to hormone therapy Severe and deeply infiltrating endometriosis which distort pelvic anatomy Endometriomas > 4cms Laparoscopy is done to destroy endometriotic lesions by excision or ablation or electrodiatherapy,or laser vaporization. Conservative surgical treatment im...
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Which of the following statements about Premature ventricular beats is false-
PVC prevalence increases with age Premature ventricular contractions (PVCs) are extra heabeats that begin in one of your hea's two lower pumping chambers (ventricles). These extra beats disrupt your regular hea rhythm, sometimes causing you to feel a fluttering or a skipped beat in your chest If PVCs are frequent or tr...
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Which statement (s) is/are true about Neuroblastoma with respect to wilms tumor
Both occur in early childhood and typically present as large abdominal masses closely related to the kidneys. Distinguishing between the two is impoant, and a number of features are helpful. Neuroblastoma calcification very common: 90% encases vascular structures but does not invade them younger age group (<2 years of ...
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Glutathione peroxidase is a/an -
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Antioxidant o A series of enzymes acts as free radical-scavenging systems and breakdown hydrogen peroxide and superoxide anion.1. Catalaseo Present in peroxisomes and decomposes H2O2,2. Superoxide desmutase (SOD)o Manganese - superoxide dismutase is present in mitochondria, while copper-zinc-superoxid...
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IL-2 is secreted by:
Answer is A (CD4 and lymphocytes) : IL-2 is produced by T helper (CD4) lymphocytes
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Jelly formed around the hea tube during early development, contributes to the formation of:
C i.e. Myocardium Dorsal mesocardium forms transverse pericardial sinusQ; somatopleuric mesoderm forms parietal pericardiumQ; splanchnopluric mesoderm forms myocardium & conduction system of heas (i.e. Purkinje fibers) Q; neural creast cells form subpulmonary infundibulumQ.Cardiac jelly forms endocardial cushion and my...
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Health education-
WHO definition-&;&; the extension to all people of the benefits of medical psychological and related knowledge is essential to the fullest attainment of health &;&;. Health education is not only delivered through public agencies, but also NGOs ref; PARK 23RD edition, page 43
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Interstitial nephritis is seen in all EXCEPT :
Drugs causing interstitial nephritis are Antibiotics: Cephalosporins, penicillins, ciprofloxacin, ethambutol, isoniazid, macrolides, rifampicin. Sulfonamides, tetracyclines and vancomycin. All NSAIDs. Diuretics: Thiazides, furosemide, triamterene. Others: Allopurinol, acyclovir, amlodipine, azathioprine, carbamazepine...
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Leg ulcers are not seen in -
Ans is 'd' i.e., Psoriasis Leg UlcerCausesVascularVenous InsufficiencyVenous Stasis UlcerArteriovenous MalformationArterial or ischemic causesPeripheral Vascular DiseaseBuerger's DiseaseRaynaud's Syndrome (Raynaud's Phenomenon)EmbolismVasculitic UlcerRheumatoid ArthritisSystemic Lupus ErythematosusSclerodermaPolyarteri...
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In CO poisoning all of the following clinical features are seen, EXCEPT:
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colourless, odorless, tasteless, and non irritating gas produced by the incomplete combustion of any carbon-containing material. CO binds to hemoglobin with an affinity 250 times that of oxygen, resulting in reduced oxyhemoglobin saturation and decreased blood oxygen-carrying capacity. CO may ...
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Epilepsia partialis continua is present in
(B) Rasmussen's encephalitis # Epilepsia Partialis Continua Epilepsia partialis continua can be defined as a form of partial status epilepticus with simple motor manifestations that are maintained for over 1 hour, with clonic activity restricted to one body part and recurring at fairly regular intervals not responding ...
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Percentage of newborn with deviation of nasal septum-
Ans- C 20% Reference- Neonatal septal deviation is quite common, being present in approximately 20% of all newborns. Greater amount of birth trauma, like in primiparas, instrumental deliveries or emergency LSCS, and high birth weight predisposes more to neonatal septal deviation and increases the incidence. Strut test ...
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Which of the following proton pump inhibitor has enzyme inhibitory activity
Omeprazole inhibits oxidation of certain drugs like diazepam, phenytoin and warfarin levels may be increased. Clarithromycin inhibits omeprazole metabolism and increases its plasma concentration.
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Taurine is synthesized from which amino acid?
Taurine, a major constituent of bile is synthesized from cysteine
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In anklyosing spondylitis joint involvement is least in?
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Wrist and hand Ankylosing spondylitis (marie - strumpell disease) Ankylosing spondylitis is a chronic progressive inflammatory disease of the sacroiliac joints and the axial skeleton. Prototype of seronegative (absence of rheumatoid factor) spondyloahropathies. Inflammatory disorder of unknown cause. ...
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If the probability of full recovery following polio is 0.3 and the probability of paial recovery is 0.4, then the total probability of full or paial recovery following polio is:
In case of mutually exclusive events, for example total and paial recovery, the total probability can be calculated by applying the law of addition. i.e. P (full or paial recovery)= P(full recovery)+ P(paial recovery) = 0.4+0.3=0.7 Ref: Medical biostatistics, 1st edition pg: 191
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'Cold Turkey' term is used to denote which of the following?
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Abrupt cessation of heroin * 'Cold Turkey' means abrupt and complete cessation of taking a drug to which one is addiced.* Alcohol is not the only drug whereby quitting cold turkey poses a danger to the patient. People who are addicted to opiates (heroin, methadone, morphine, Suboxone, and even prescri...
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For generic root form implant, each .25mm increase in diameter corresponds to increase in surface area by
With a greater surface area of implant-bone contact, less stress is transmitted to the bone, improving the implant prognosis. For a generic root-form implant design, each 0.25 mm increase in diameter corresponds to a surface area increase of 5% to 8%. Therefore, a cylinder root-form implant 1 mm greater in diameter wil...
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All are seen in stage 3 Trachoma except
Stage 3 is scarring stage characterized by Tarsal epitheliofibrosis Herbe pits Disaaperance of Bowman's membrane Refer: Khurana 6th edition page number 65
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True statement regarding objectives of Sterilisation beds programme is -
Ans. is `c' i.e., To provide Sterillisation facilities to hospitals where they are not available Sterlization bed scheme A scheme for reservation of sterilization beds in Hospitals run by Government, local bodies and voluntary organization was introduced as early as in the year 1964 in order to provide immediate facili...
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Auditory fatigue occurs at ?
Ans. is 'd' i.e., 90 dB Auditory effects of noice A uditoryfatigue- 90 dB and 4000 Hz. Deafness Temporary - 4000 to 6000 Hz Repeated prolonged exposure to 100 dB Permanent Single exposure to 160 dB (due to rupture of ear drum)
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Calymmatobacterium granulomatosis causes ?
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Granuloma venerum Granuloma inguinale or Granuloma venerum or Donovanosis Caused by Calymmatobecterium granulomatis, a gram negative intracellular bacteria. IP is 1- 4 weeks. Begins as one or more subcutaneous nodules that erode through skin to produce ulcer. Ulcer has following characterstics. Painle...
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Which drug is not used in CHF -
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Trimetazidine o Trimetazidine is an antianginal drugs which act by inhibiting fatty acid oxidation.
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Tachycardia caused by hypoxia is due to:-
The primary reflex evoked by hypoxic stimulation of carotid chemoreceptor leads to excitation of the medullary vagal center. This will decrease the hea rate There is also a secondary reflex. Hyperventilation caused by hypoxic stimulation of chemoreceptor initiates pulmonary inflation reflex. Stretch receptors in the th...
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Scholastic performance is impeded by all, EXCEPT:
SLD and ADHD are well known to impair scholastic performance. Anxiety can lead to significant attention and concentration deficits and this can impair performance. Pica can indirectly be associated with the same as children with pica can have malnutrition, anemia and language problems. But among the given options pica ...
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Iodine RDA is
Requirement of iodine The daily requirement of iodine for adults is placed at 150 micrograms. The recommendations of WHO of 250 mcg per day for iodine during pregnancy have also been adopted. This amount is normally supplied by well- balanced diet and drinking water except in regions where Food and water are deficient ...
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Hea failure cells are found in -
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Lung o Hea failure cells (siderophages) are hemosiderin containing macrophages in alveoli that are seen in left ventricular failure and denote previous episodes of pulmonary edema.
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Assessment of patient with prostatism include all except
Evaluation of patient with lower urinary tract infection (LUTI) Urine analysis and culture Hemoglobin, total count, ESR, blood urea and serum creatinine Digital examination of rectum (P/R) CNS examination PSA, acid phosphatase Uroflowmetry, flow rate assessment, residual urine analysis US abdomen, IVU to see upper urin...
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Which of the following statements are true regarding pulmonary hypeension (PAH)?
PAH most commonly presents with progressive breathlessness. As right ventricular dysfunction develops patients can experience exeional dizziness and syncope. Oedema and ascites occur late in the disease. Anginal chest pain may occur due to exeional myocardial hypoperfusion in the setting of right ventricular hyperophy,...
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In the gut, anaerobic bacteria outnumber the aerobes by a ratio of -
In the human intestines, Anaerobes out number aerobic bacteria a thousand fold
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Best method to evaluate bone defect is
Transgingival probing is known as sounding.
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Osteoblastic metastases is seen in:
(Refer: Robbins Pathologic Basis of Disease,8thedition, pg no: 1205)
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What is the drug of choice for treatment of trachoma?
The antibiotic of choice for treatment of trachoma is 1% ophthalmic ointment or oily suspension of tetracycline. Ref: Park 21st edition, page 283.
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Rapid examination of tubercle bacilli is possible with:
Auramine-rhodamine stains are the fluorescent stains that are used as variation of the traditional ZN stain for demonstration of AFB. In this method, the smears are stained with auramine-rhodamine or auramine-phenol fluorescent dyes and are examined by fluorescent microscope under ultraviolet illumination. This AFB app...
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Which of the following enzyme defect is the most commonly inherited metabolic disorder of glycolysis?
Pyruvate kinase is the most commonly inherited metabolic disorder of glycolysis Pyruvate kinase Produces an ATP at the level of substrate level phosphorylation(SLP) Deficiency loss of ATP inability to maintain ion pumps in erythrocytes-Hemolysis Autosomal recessive Presentation Hydrops fetalis, Prolonged neonatal jaund...
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Carpopedal spasm with normal serum ionic calcium level is due to:
(A) Hypomagnesemia # Hypomagnesemia is an electrolyte disturbance in which there is an abnormally low level of magnesium in the blood.> Usually a serum level less than 0.7 mmol/l is used as reference. Hypomagnesemia is not equal to magnesium deficiency.> Causes: It may result from a number of conditions including inade...
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Which of the following drugs have least affinity for CYP3A4?
Ans. (D) Rabeprazole(Ref: Katzung 13th/1060, KDT 8th/e p701)Proton pump inhibitors are metabolized by CYP3A4 and CYP2C19. They are also inhibitors of these enzymes. Rabeprazole and pantoprazole has less affinity for these enzymes.
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All are Aryl phosphate group of Organophosphorus compounds except:
Alkyl phosphates : HETP, TEPP, OMPA, isopestox ,Malathion , Sulfotepp , Trichlorfon Aryl phosphates : Parathion , Methyl parathion , Chlohion , Paraoxon, Diazinon
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Pulmonary embolism is best diagnosed by –
No option is absolutely correct. The pulmonary angiography has traditionally been considered as the gold standard test for pulmonary embolism. But, now a days CT contrast (MDCTA) is the investigation of choice. Amongst the given options, lung V/Q scan is the best option as it is the 2nd choice of the investigation afte...
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Which of the following deformity is evident in case of erbs palsy?
Ans. is 'a* i.e., Policeman tip deformity
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In Carpal tunnel syndrome, features are of -
The carpal bones form an arch which is convex on the dorsal side of the hand and concave on the palmar side. The groove on the palmar side is covered by flexor retinaculum, thus forming carpal tunnel. Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by compression of median nerve.
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Last taste sensation discovered is
Umami a savory taste is one of the five basic tastes (together with sweetness, sourness, bitterness, and saltiness)People taste umami through receptors specific to glutamate. Glutamate is widely present in savory foods, such as meat broths and fermented products, and commonly added to some foods in the form of monosodi...
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'Meckel's cartilage' develops from?
Ans. a (First branchial arch) (Ref Embryology by IB Singh 7th/113)Meckel's cartilage =first arch; and Reichert cartilage =second arch.First arch derivatives1) Meckel's cartilageMandible, Malleus, Incus, Sphenomandibular ligament, Anterior ligament of malleus.2) MusclesFour muscles of mastication (temporalis, masseter, ...
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Term 'schizophrenia' was coined by: TN 06; Ranchi 10; NEET 13
Ans. Eugene Bleuler
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A 24 week pregnancy scan showed frontal facial fetal defects suggestive of Moebius syndrome. Which of the following could account for the teratogenic effects?
Misoprostol is a methyl ester prostaglandin E1 analogue used for cervical ripening and first trimester aboion. The first trimester exposure to Misoprostol might lead to the development of Moebius syndrome. Mifepristone (RU - 486) is a potent progesterone receptor antagonist which is used in first trimester aboion and a...
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Ion exchange chromatography is based on
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Charge
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A 44 year old male presents to the OPD with a swelling on the palate. On intraoral examination, marked swelling is seen in the region of palatine papilla, situated mesial to the roots of 11 & 21. These teeth respond normally to vitality test. IOPA is given below. What is the most probable diagnosis?
Clinical feature The age distribution is broad, with most cases being discovered in the fourth through sixth decades. The incidence is three times higher in males. Most of these cysts are asymptomatic or cause such minor symptoms that they are tolerated for long periods. The most frequent complaint  is a small, well-de...
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Length of the cailaginous pa of "Eustachian tube"
The external auditory meatus is 4 cm long and conducts sound waves from the auricle to the tympanic membrane. The framework of the anterior and medial two-thirds of the meatus is elastic cailage (measures 25 mm in length), and the posterior and lateral one third is bony, formed by the tympanic plate (measures 12 mm in ...
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Following are examples of human "dead end" disease except -
Ans. is 'd' i.e., Leishmaniasis Dead and host o A dead end host is an infected person from which infectious agents are not transmitted to other susceptible host or from which a parasite cannot escape to continue its life cycle. o The diseases in which human acts as dead end host, i.e., dead and disease : ? Japanies enc...
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Maximum CO2 is seen in ?
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Pulmonary aeryPulmonary aeries carry deoxygenated blood (with maximum CO2) to lung from right ventricle.In lung CO2 is removed and oxygenation of blood takes place.Pulmonary veins, then, transpo this oxygenated blood (with less CO2) to the left atrium.
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End–tidal CO2 is increased to maximum level in –
The unanticipated doubling or tripling of end tidal CO2 is the earliest & most sensitive indicator of malignant hyperthermia. The earliest signs seen during anesthesia are masseter muscle rigidity (MMR), tachycardia, & hypercarbia.
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About mallory weiss sydrome true is -
Answer is 'd' i.e. Seen in alcoholics
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Which of the following is done for the quick diagnosis of Erythrasma ?
Ans is'd i.e. Wood's lamp examination(Ref. IADVL text book of dermatology 3d/e p. 236).Erythrasma is caused by infection by Coryneform bacteria.Wood's lamp examination is a commonly used test to diagnose Erythrasma.Lesion shows coral red fluorescence dre to coproporphyrin III production by the bacteria.
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Breast cancer mainly spreads to the vertebrae via -
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Batsons venous plexus o Three principal groups of veins are involved in the venous drainage of the thoracic wall and the breast:1) Perforating branches of the internal thoracic vein,2) Tributaries of the axillary vein, and3) Perforating branches of posterior intercostal veins.o Metastatic emboli trave...
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Females with vaginal atresia are characterized by all except
Vaginal atresia doesnot become apparent until menarche.
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RPR is done for diagnosis of:
Ans. is. 'b' i. e., Syphilis
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A 34-year-old male patient visits a physician with complaints of fatigue, weight loss, night sweats, and "swollen glands." The physician also observes that he has an oral yeast infection. Which of the following tests would most likely reveal the cause of his problems?
A male patient with the presentation as outlined (fatigue, weight loss, and lymphadenopathy) must be tested for antibodies to HIV. While other antibody tests may be relevant after the primary diagnosis, they must be considered after HIV is ruled out. Ceainly, infectious mononucleosis is a possibility, but its occurrenc...
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Pantothenic acid is associated with following moiety
Pantothenic acid is called vitamin B5 It is ised to synthesis co enzyme A in body Ref:Guyton and Hall textbook of medical physiology 12th edition,page number:20,21,22
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The following drug shows antiepileptic activity
(D) All of the above# Felbamate is an anticonvulsant drug used in the treatment of epilepsy.> It is used to treat partial seizures (with and without generalization) in adults and partial and generalized seizures associated with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome in children.> However, an increased risk of potentially fatal aplast...
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A most common cause of amoebic lung abscess is -
Amoebic lung abscess is a result of direct spread of infection from liver to lung. The infection spreads directly through the diaphragm. The most common area of the lung involved is right lower lobe. The amoebic liver abscess ruptures and then it can involve any of the following structures. Right lung (Most commonly...
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The inguinal canal is NOT bounded posteriorly by -a) Transversalis fascia b) Internal oblique tendonc) Conjoint tendond) Lacunar ligament
Inguinal canal- Posterior wall formation -        Medial 2/3- Conjoint tendon and reflected part of inguinal ligament -        Whole- Fascia transversalis, extraperitoneal connective tissue, parietal peritoneum.
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Single base pair substitution is related to which of the following?
The term RFLP (Restriction Fragment Length Polymorphisms) refers to single base pair substitutions in germ line DNA of different individuals that either destroys or creates new recognition site for a given restriction enzyme. PCR is used to amplify a specific region of a DNA strand (the DNA target). FISH is atechnique ...
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A 45-year-old woman undergoes an uneventful laparoscopic cholecystectomy for which she receives 1 dose of cephalosporin. One week later, she returns to the emergency room with fever, nausea, and copious diarrhea and is suspected of having pseudomembranous colitis. She is afebrile and has no peritoneal signs on abdomina...
Treatment of C difficile colitis is metronidazole for firstline therapy and oral vancomycin as a second-tier agent. Recurrence appears in up to 20% of patients. Indications for surgical treatment are intractable disease, failure of medical therapy, toxic megacolon, and colonic perforation; surgical therapy consists of ...
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Antidote of choice for Belladonna poisoning -
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Physostigmineo Antidote of choice for belladonna (atropa belladonna or atropine) poisoning - Physostigmine.PoisonAntidotesAcetominaphen (paracetamol)N-Acetyl cysteineNitrites, cyanidesAmyl nitrite + sodium nitrite + sodium thiosulphateOrganophosphates (anticholinesterase)Atropine and oximesDigoxinDizi...
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All of the following are true about amebic liver abscess except:
Ans. a. Trophozoites in stool are essential for clinical diagnosis
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In superficial second degree burns, re-epithelialisation occurs around:
Characterstics of Superficial Second Degree Burns Involve upper layer of dermis ( Papillary dermis) Erythematous BLISTERS are seen Blanch on touch Painful Heals without scarring in 7-14 days
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A 20 years old nulliparous women is an oral contraceptives pills. She is currently diagnosed as having pulmonary tuberculosis. Which antituberculous drug decreases the effect of OCPs?
Because rifampin potently induces CYPs 1A2, 2C9, 2C19, and 3A4, its administration results in a decreased t1/2 for a number of compounds, including: HIV protease and non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors Digitoxin Digoxin Quinidine Disopyramide Mexiletine Tocainide Ketoconazole Propranolol Metoprolol Clofibra...
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Initial drug of choice in a child with status epilepticus
Prompt treatment with benzodiazepines is the first-line treatment of status epilepticus, but many patients will need additional treatment with additional medications including phenytoin, valproic acid, phenobarbital, or levetiracetam. The Neurocritical Care Society's guideline states that benzodiazepines remain the "em...
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