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Testis descends the in inguinal canal during - month
Testies descent : 4th month - itiac fossa. 7th month - deep inginal ring. 7th and 8th month - Inguinal canal.
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An adult patient presents with normal or enlarged kidneys with massive proteinuria. Most likely cause is -
Answer- C. AmyloidosisAmyloidosis causes :-Enlarged kidneyMassive proteinuria (nephrotic range proteinuria)
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There is an outbreak of MRSA infection in a ward. What is the best way to control the infection?
Ans. is 'c' i.e.,Washing hand before & after attending patients " Given the prominence of cross infection, hand hygiene is the single most preventive measure in hospitals."
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Iron supplementation in a healthy term breast fed baby should be staed at the age of -
Ans. is NoneCorrect answer is 6 months.
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Which branch of poal vein is involved in chronic pancreatitis
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No chemoprophylaxis for
Cholera: Tetracycline or furazolidone for household contacts Bacterial conjunctivitis: Erythromycin ophthalmic ointment Diphtheria: Erythromycin Influenza: Oseltamivir Meningitis, meningococcal: Ciprofloxacin, and minocycline Plague: Tetracycline for contacts of pneumonic plague Ref: 25th edition, Park's Textbook of Pr...
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Oblique view is required to diagnose fracture of
B i.e. Scaphoid
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CD marker of stem cell is:
Ans: A (CD 34) Ref: Robbins Pathologic Basis of Disease, 8th edition. Explanation:(See following table)Some Immune Cell Antigens Detected by Monoclonal AntibodiesAntigenDesignationNormal Cellular DistributionPRIMARILY T-CELL ASSOCIATEDCD1Thymocytes and Langerhans cellsCD3Thymocytes, mature T cellsCD4Helper T ceils, sub...
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Most common sinus to be involved in acute sinusitis?
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Maxillary Most common sinus affected by sinusitis overall Maxillary Most common sinus affected in adult Maxillary Most common sinus affected in children Ethmoid Least common sinus affected Sphenoid Sinuses involved in order of frequency Maxillary > Frontal > Ethmoid > Sphenoid
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The visualization of the angle of anterior chamber by:
(Gonioscopy) (546-Khurana 4rd)GONIOSCOPY - The angle between the posterior corneal surface and the anterior surface of the iris constitute the angle of the anterior chamber the configuration of which is relevant to the pathogenesis of glaucoma contact between peripheral iris and cornea signifies, a closed angle, which ...
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Most common indication of liver transplant in children is:
A. Biliary atresia(Ref: Nelson's 20/e p 1975)Biliary atresia is the most common indication for liver transplantation in children, followed by metabolic and inborn disorders, autoimmune and familial cholestatic disorders, and acute hepatic necrosis.
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Nuk Sauger Nipple has been designed to prevent the problem of:
Children who have the habit of thumb sucking derive the pleasure from keeping their finger/thumb at various depths of mouth.  Initially, they start this at conscious level and soon it goes to the subconscious level.  If it is not intervened, it will alter the muscle balance and might cause malocclusion.  Along with this...
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The phenomenon where subsequent generations are at risk of earlier and more severe disease is known as
Ref Robbins 9/e p169 Anticipating refers to observation that clinical features of a genetic disease worsen with each successive generations.it is observed in fragile X syndrome and Huntington disease commonly
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People are arranged alphabetically by their names and then every 3rd person is chosen for study. The type of sampling is -
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Systematic random Simple random samplingo Simple random sampling, also, known as 4unrestricted random samplingis applicable for small, homogenous, readily available population and is used in clinical trials,o In simple random sampling each individual is chosen randomly and entirely by chance,o So, eac...
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Negri bodies are found in-
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Rabies * The characteristic histopathological picture in rabies is the intra-cytoplasmic inclusion body (Negri body) in the neurons, most abundant in the cerebellum and Hippocampus.* Negri bodies are pathognomic of rabies.
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A 35-year-old patient has a small but painful tumor under the nail of the little finger. Which of the following nerves would have to be anesthetized for a painless removal of the tumor?
The common palmar digital branch comes off the superficial branch of the ulnar nerve and supplies the skin of the little finger and the medial side of the ring finger. The superficial branch of the radial nerve provides cutaneous innervation to the radial (lateral) dorsum of the hand and the radial two and a half digit...
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The most common cause of vocal cord palsy is:
Thyroidectomy was the single most common surgical cause for unilateral vocal cord palsy, followed by other nonthyroid neck surgeries (20%) and anterior cervical decompression (18.3%). Conclusion: The most common cause for unilatera lvocal cord palsy is idiopathic.
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Tinnels sign indicates:
Ans: d (Regeneration of nerves)Ref: Schwartz surgery, 7th ed, p. 1885
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Which of the following is not a pathogenic mycobacteria -
According to RUNYON classification atypical mycobacterium is classified under RAPID GROWERS which include M.chelonie, M.fouitum, M.smegmatis, M.abscess, M.phlei. Non pathogenic- M. smegmatis M. kansasii- Pulmonary disease resembling tuberculosis M. scrofulaceum- Cervical lymphadenitis M. chelonae- chronic abscess
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Organophosphate insecticides are all except
Ans. is `a' i.e., Dieldrin
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Interpret the developmental anomaly shown in the following radiograph:
Dens invaginatus This anomaly is the result of an infolding of the enamel organ prior to calcification and represents, in its coronal form, an accentuation of the cingulum pit. The anomaly is believed to be genetically determined and has a prevalence of 5%. The maxillary lateral incisors are commonly affected. The cond...
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A 40-year-old male patient presented with slowly progressive dysphagia both to solids and liquids, regurgitation, chest pain and weight loss for 2 months. Barium swallow and esophageal manometry was advised by the doctor. Upper GI endoscopy was also performed. Which of the following organism has been most commonly impl...
This is a case of achlasia cardia. Barium swallow x-ray appearance shows a dilated esophagus with poor emptying, an air-fluid level, and tapering at the les giving it a beak-like appearance. Esophageal manometry shows impaired lower esophageal sphincter (LES) relaxation and absent peristalsis and minimal pressurization...
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Hyperophic pyloric stenosis presents after how many months of bih :
Pyloric stenosis is the most common surgical disorder producing emesis in infancy. It results from hyperophy of the circular and longitudinal muscularis of the pylorus and the distal antrum of the stomach with progressive narrowing of the pyloric canal. The cause is not known. The male-to-female incidence is 4:1.It pre...
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Gold is used for management of?
Ans. (b) Rheumatoid ArthritisRef: Harrison 19th ed. / 2144-45* Minocycline, gold salts, enicillamine, azathioprine, and cyclosporine have all been used for the treatment of RA with varying degrees of success; however, they are used sparingly now due to their inconsistent clinical efficacy or unfavorable toxicity profil...
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The Y shaped central developmental groove is most likely found on which of the following premolars?
Y shaped central developmental groove is found on the mandibular second premolar.
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Which of the following is not a feature of tropical pulmonary eosinophilia(TPE)?
In tropical pulmonary eosinophilia, microfilariae and parasite antigens are rapidly cleared from the blood stream by the lungs and is therefore not found in the circulation. TPE develops in individuals infected with lymphatic dwelling filarial species. Characterisitc features includes paroxysmal cough and wheezing, fev...
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The distinct golden colour in transgenic Golden rice is due to presence of
Golden rice: Variety of rice produced through genetic engineering to boisynthesize beta carotene, a precursor of vitamin A. The distinct golden colour is due to the beta carotene content. It is indented to produce a fortified food to be grown and consumed in areas with a shortage of dietary vitamin A.  Golden rice diff...
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Tumour cells avoid immugenic response by all except:
Ans: B (Decreased...) IMMUNE SURVEILLANCE IN CANCER Robbins 8th/331-32Most cancers occur in persons who do not suffer from any overt immunodeficiency. It is evident then that tumor ceils must develop mechanisms to escape or evade the immune system in immunocompetent hosts.Several such mechanisms may be operative: They ...
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Lyedig ceils secrete -
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Testosterone o The hormone-secreting cells in the testes are the leydig cells and sertoli cells. Leydig cells have receptors for LH and secrete all the androgens, i.e., testosterone (major androgen), dihydrotestosterone (DHT), androstendione and dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA). All of theme have 19 carb...
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Test not used for diagnosis of syphilis
D i.e. Frie - test - Most specific test is TPI > FTA -ABSQ Non treponemal test becomes non reactive after t/t; the Treponemal test often remain reactive & therefore not helpful in determining the infection status of person with past syphilis Q. Response to treatment in early syphilis is seen by sequential VDRL or RPR t...
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Which of the following muscle relaxant is contraindicated in muscle dystrophy?
Succinyl choline can cause hyperkalemia in especially in nerve & muscle disorders. Hence it is avoided in patients with paraplegia, Guillain barre syndrome, Myasthenia gravis & muscle dystrophy.
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Which of the following is most preferred graft in CABG?
Vascular graft Bioprosthetic Synthetic Autograft Homograft (allograft) Heterograft (xenograft) Tissue engineered Textile Dacron Non textile ePTFE Polyurethane Best natural vascular graft: Reversed saphenous vein Best synthetic vascular graft: Dacron Best vascular graft for supra inguinal bypass: Dacron Best vascular gr...
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Which waves is predominantly seen in EEG with eyes closed in normal alert adult?
Ans. A. Alpha wavesBandFrequency (Hz)Location NormallyDelta<4frontally in adults, posteriorly in children; high-amplitude waves* adult slow-wave sleep* in babiesTheta4-7Found in locations not related to task at hand* higher in young children* drowsiness in adults and teensAlpha8-15posterior regions of head, both sides,...
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SERM drug used in treatment of osteoporosis aEUR'
Raloxifene Traditionally hormone replacement therapy with estrogen was being used to prevent/treat osteoporosis in postmenopausal worsen. H has been shown to reduce the risk of osteoporosis in women. But long term use of estrogen leads to range of adverse effect including cardiovascular disease, stroke, pulmonary embol...
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Phlycten is due to -
Phlyctenular conjunctivitis - Endogenous allergy It is believed to be a delayed hypersensitivity (Type IV cell mediated) response to endogenous microbial proteins. Causative allergens are :- (i) Staphylococcus proteins (most common); (ii) Tuberculous proteins and (iii) Proteins of Moraxells axenfeld bacillus and ceain ...
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Delayed tuberculin test response is due to-
Tuberculin test is type IV hypersensitivity reaction. Delayed or cell mediated hypersensitivity is a cell mediated response. The antigen activates specifically sensitised CD4 & CD8 T lymphocytes leading to the secretion of lymphokines and phagocyte accumulation. Reference : Anathanarayan & paniker's 9th edition, pg no:...
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Which muscle arises from 4th pharyngeal arch?
(a) Cricothyroid(Ref. Scott Brown, 8th ed., Vol 3; 884)We can remember it as the only muscle supplied by external laryngeal nerve (the 4th pharyngeal arch nerve) is cricothyroid hence derived by 4th arch.Rest all the muscles are derived by 6th arch nerve as they are supplied by 6th arch nerve, the recurrent laryngeal n...
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Gene not associated with Diabetes malitus?
PDGF-R gene is associated with glioma. Most important Genes associated with the Development of Diabetes Type 1 Diabetes
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Simultaneous perception in binocuiar vision is -
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Grade I Grades of binocular single visiono There are three grades of binocular single vision, which are best tested with the help of a synoptophore.1. Grade-1-Simultaneous perceptiony It is the power to see two dissimilar objects stimultaneously.It is tested by projecting two dissimilar objects (which...
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All are cholinergic drugs except
Memantine acts on NMDA receptors .remaining all the drugs are indirectly acting cholinergicn drugs used in the treatment of alzhimers disease. Ref: KDT 6th ed pg 472,473
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In leprosy, the best bactericidal agent is :
Best and the fastest acting drug for leprosy is rifampicin. Clofazamine and dapsone are bacteriostatic agents.
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A 39 week primigravida with breech presentation is in labour. MOST common breech presentation is:
The sacrum is the denominator of breech and there are four positions. In anterior positions, the sacrum is directed towards the iliopubic eminences and in posterior positions, the sacrum is directed to the sacro-iliac joints. The positions are, First position - left sacro-anterior- being the commonest 2nd position - ri...
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Cognisable offence comes under which section of Cr. P.C. -
Ans. is 'a' i.e., 2C o Cognisable offence: Section 2C Cr. PC.-it is an offence in which a police officer can arrest a person without warrant from the magistrate. Eg murder, ragging.o In such offences, the person is sent by police to the doctor for medical examination.
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True about H. pylori includes all except:
Ans. is. 'a' i. e., Gram positive bacillus
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A 30 year old female epileptic on phenytoin, developed weakness and fatigue. Blood examination revealed Hb = 4.6 gm. MCV = 102 fl and MCH = 40 pg/dl. What is the most probable diagnosis
Ans. is 'd' i.e. Megaloblastic anaemiaNormal valuesMCU- 86 - 98 fLMCH- 28 - 33 pg/cellHb (female) - 12-16 gm/dLLab finding in this pt. go in favour of megaloblastic anemia. H/O phenytoin intake is also suggestive of same.
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All of the following are used for giving skeletal traction, except -
Traction Traction is defined as a pulling force to treat muscle or skeletal disorders (fractures, dislocation). There are two major types of tractions: skin & skeletal traction. A) Skin traction Here the traction is applied to the skin (using adhesive or nonadhesive tape or straps) which is indirectly transmitted t...
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Intracranial pressure may be increased by all of the following drugs except -
Ans. is 'd' i.e., Aminoglycosides
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A 10-year old child presented with severe sore throat and a grey pseudomembrane over pharynx and tonsils. The organism causing this infection is most likely:
Ans. a. A gram positive bacillus (Ref: Harrison 19/e p978, 18/e p1189-1190: Ananthanarayan 9/e p239)A 10-year old child presented with severe sore throat and a grey pseudomembrane over pharynx and tonsils. The clinical features are strongly suggestive of a diagnosis of diphtheria, caused by Corynebacterium diphtheria, ...
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Which of the following are true for Bronchiolitis in children?
Ans. D. All of the aboveBronchiolitis primarily affects young infants (1- 6 months some may be affected upto 2 years of age), clinical manifestations are initially subtle. Infants may become increasingly fussy and have difficulty feeding during the 2 to 5-day incubation period. A low-grade fever, usually less than 101....
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A membrane phospholipid that does not contain glycerol is:
Sphingomyelin has got sphingosine alcohol, not the glycerol. Lecithin & cardiolipin has got glycerol in it and they are membrane phospholipid.
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The commonest space-occupying lesion in the cerebellopontine angle is
Common tumors of CP (cerebellopontine) angle are 1. Acoustic neuroma (commonest: 80- 90%) 2. Meningioma (2nd commonest: 5- 10%) Ref: Harrison; 20th edition , pubmed.com
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Which of the following is not a treatment modality for stress incontinence?
Fothergill's repair is used to treat uterine prolapse. Ref: Shaw's Textbook of Gynaecology, 12th Edition, Pages 138-39.
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Drug showing additional nitric oxide activity:
Ans. D. NebivololAll the drug mentioned are selective beta 1 blockers. Out of all nebivolol has additional nitric oxide activity which increase the level of cGMP and thus causing vasodilation.
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Synytial osteoclastic giant Cells are seen in all except
Refer Robbins page no 8th edition
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A chronic alcoholic presented with repeated episodes of non-bilious vomiting after meals. On the basis of CECT findings, what is the diagnosis?
Symptoms are s/o pancreatitis In the given CT scan, pancreatic psudocyst is seen Pancreatic Pseudocyst - MC cystic lesion of pancreas (75%)- Not lined by Epithelium, but with granulation tissue - M/C cause of pseudocyst - Alcohol- More common in chronic pancreatitis > Acute pancreatitis- MC complication- Infection (14%...
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Drug of choice for impetigo herpetiformis is -
Only indication for use of systemic steroids is generalized pustule psoriasis in pregnancy( impetigo herpetiformis). From illustrated synopsis of dermatology and sexually transmitted diseases neena khanna 5th edition page no 56
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A man with chills, fever, and headache is thought to have "atypical" pneumonia. History reveals that he raises chickens and that approximately 3 weeks ago he lost many them to an undiagnosed disease. The most likely diagnosis of this man's condition is
Ornithosis (psittacosis) is caused by Chlamydia psittaci. Humans usually contract the disease from infected birds kept as pets or from infected poultry, including poultry in dressing plants. Although ornithosis may be asymptomatic in humans, severe pneumonia can develop. The disease is cured easily with tetracycline
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Openings of the tube of bronchoscope are known as-
Bronchoscope is similar to esophagoscope, but has openings at the distal part of the tube, called Vents which help in aeration of the side bronchi.
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Treatment of choice for the other eye in open angle glaucoma is
Ans. (b) Laser trabeculoplasty* Please refer to above explanation* Treatment of choice for primary angle closure glaucoma (fellow eye, latent stage, subacute or intermittent stage , chronic stage) is laser iridotomy* Peripheral surgical iridectomy can also be used.* In acute congestive stage of PACG drug of choice is P...
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Massive Splenomegaly is least likely to be associated with which of the following Myeloproliferative disorders:
Answer is C (Essential Thrombocytosis (ET)) Essential Thrombocytosis is not associated with massive splenomegaly. 'Physical Examination in Essential Thrombocytosis is generally unremarkable except occassionally for mild splenomegaly. Massive splenomegaly is indicative of another Myeloproliferative disorder in paicular ...
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Axillary nerve supplies
Posterior division of axillary nerve supplies the posterior pa of deltoid muscle and teres minor. Teres minor is one of the muscle in rotator cuff muscles. B D Chaurasia 7th edition Page no : 180
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A 32 yrs lady having 10 yrs old child of down syndrome is presenting at 9th week of pregnancy. what will be advice by doctor?
The population risk for Down syndrome is approximately 1 in 800 live bihs and the recurrence risk after the bih of an affected child is approximately 1-2 %. As the lady is already having a child with Down's , the doctor will advice her Chorionic Villous sampling (CVS) to assess fetal karyotype to check for Trisomy 21 c...
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Dietary cholesterol is transported to extrahepatic tissue by
LDL It is worth noting that dietary cholesterol is not directly transported to extrahepatic tissues. Though the major function of chylomicrons is to transport exogenous triglyceride to various tissues, it also transports the other dietary lipids (including cholesterol) to the liver after conversion into chylomicron re...
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The cells of the enamel organ which differentiate into future ameloblasts are
Fate of various cells in enamel organ: Inner enamel epithelium — differentiate into ameloblasts Stellate reticulum — collapses and does not exist Outer enamel epithelium — cells flattens and thrown into folds.
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Mauriacs syndrome is characterised by all except
It is a rare complication of type 1 diabetes mellitus in children assoasiated with Growth impairment Hepatomegaly Cushingoid features
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Berlin's edema is due to
(Refer: AK Khurana Comprehensive Ophthalmology, 6th edition, pg no. 431)Berlin's edema (commotio retinae) is a common condition caused by blunt injury to the eye. It is characterized by a decreased vision in the injured eye a few hours after the injury. Under examination, the retina appears opaque and white in color in...
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The following are Not predisposing factors for genuine stress incontinence, except:
Detrusor Instability, Genuine stress incontinence is defined as urinary leakage occurring during increasedbladder pressure. It is caused by sphincter weakness. Detrusor instability, urethral diverticulum, neurological cases are responsible.
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Commonest nerve involved in leprosy is:
A i.e. Ulnar nerve
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Testes completely descend in the scrotum by the age of?
End of 9th month of intrauterine life PhaseIntrauterine agePosition of testisTransabdominal phaseUp to the sta of 3rd monthEntrance of future inguinal canal (internalinguinal ring)Transinguinal phaseBetween 4 to 5 monthsNo descent7th to 9th monthPasses through inguinal canalBefore bihInto the scrotum
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Lymphocytic infiltration is diagnostic in :
Dysgerminoma
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Amino acid required for conversion of norepinephrine to epinephrine:-
Norepinephrine to Epinephrine conversion requires SAM (S-Adenosyl Methionine). Enzyme involved is Phenylethanolamine N-methyl transferase. Coisol is the activator. Synthesis of Catecholamines (Dopamine, NE and E) from Tyrosine. SAM (S - adenosyl methionine) is synthesized from dietary methionine with the help of enzyme...
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WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING ANTIHYPEENSIVES DRUG IS AVOIDED IN PATIENTS WITH HIGH SERUM URIC ACID LVELS?
REF : KD TRIPATHI 8TH ED
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Tetanus is caused by
Tetanus is caused by Clostridium tetani. It produces two toxins: tetanolysin and tetanospasmin. Tetanospasmin is responsible for tetanus. Tetanus is characterized by tonic muscular spasms usually commencing at the site of infection later become generalized, involving the whole of the somatic muscular system. Reference:...
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Which of the following is false regarding first degree burns
First degree burns: Involves only epidermis, painful but donot blister, protective functions are intact as nd heals without scar Second degree burns: Dermal involvement and are extremely painful with weeping and blisters Third degree burns: Leathery, painless and non blanching
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A child requires how much energy per day (Kcal/ day)?
Ans. is 'a' i.e., 1000-1500
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Lack of beta-oxidation of fatty acid leads to?
Lack of beta-oxidation of fatty acids leads to the accumulation of dicarboxylic acids. Dicarboxylic aciduria is caused by a lack of mitochondrial medium-chain acylCoA dehydrogenase. It is characterized by 1. Excretion of C -C o-dicarboxylic acids in the urine. 2.Nonketotic hypoglycemia Reference: Harper's Illustrated B...
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Posterior styphayloma is a feature of-
Posterior staphyloma. It refers to bulge of weak sclera lined by the choroid behind the equator. Here again the common causes are pathological myopia, posterior scleritis and perforating injuries. It is diagnosed on ophthalmoscopy. The area is excavated with retinal vessels dipping in it (just like marked cupping of op...
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Which intravenous anaesthetic agent has analgesic effect also
Ketamine does not elicit pain on injection, instead produces profound analgesia. Thiopentone at a concentration greater than 2.5% can produce pain on injection and venous thrombosis. Propofol is formulated as a lipid emulsion which causes pain on injection. A new aqueous prodrug, Fospropofol is associated with less pai...
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Which of the following statements concerning sensorineural hearing loss in children with bacterial meningitis are TRUE?
Sensorineural hearing loss is detected by evoked-response audiometry in between 5 and 10% of children with bacterial meningitis. Up to 30% of children with meningitis caused by S. pneumoniae will have hearing deficits. Hearing loss generally is noted early in the course of bacterial meningitis and occurs despite prompt...
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Burden of disease is detected by
Disability Adjusted Life Years (DALY) is a measure of overall disease burden expressed as a number of years lost due to ill health, disability or early death. Ref: 25th edition Park&;s Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, Page no. 26
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In treatment of shock Dobutamine is preferred over Dopamine because?
ANSWER: (D) All of the aboveREF: KDT 5th edp.470DopamineActs on D1 , D2 , alpha and betal receptorsLow doses: renal vasodilation (D1 action)Moderate doses: Positive ionotropism (betal action) High doses: Vasoconstriction ( alphal action)DobutamineRelatively betalspecific agonistIonotropic i.e increases force of cardiac...
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Which of the following should be avoided in the long-term follow-up of a renal transplant recipient on ciclosporin?
The potential for hazardous drug interactions in patients undergoing long term immunosuppression means that paicular care is needed with prescribing. The following should be avoided in renal transplant receipients Administer live vaccines Prescribe drugs that induce or inhibit cytochrome P450 activity if patient is tak...
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VWF factor deficiency causes:
Deficiency of Von willebrand factor (VWF -promote platelet adherence and activation) causes | Platelet adhesion ( |BT ) | Intrinsic pathway activity ( | aPTT) | Factor VIII in plasma C/F Mucosal bleeding - Petechiae /purpura /epistaxis / melena Tissue bleeding Rx - Desmopressin for mild form - Cryoprecipitate for sever...
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A case of hepatocellular carcinoma involving segment IV and VI without any metastasis in a 62 year old alcoholic may be treated by all of the following except -
Ans. is 'd' i.e., Cryotherapy o There are large number of treatment options for patients with hepatocellular carcinoma:# The only t/t modality with curative potential is- "Complete excision of hepatocellular carcinoma either by partial hepatectomy or by total hepatectomy and transplant"# Radiofrequency ablation and sur...
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Paial mole is
Paial mole : Karyotype is triploid either 69XXY or 69XYY One maternal and usually two paternal haploid chromosomes Ref: Dutta Obs 9e pg 186.
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All of the following are causes microcytic hypochromic anemia except: March 2011, March 2013
Ans. D: Fanconi's anemiaThe red cells in aplastic anemia are usually slightly macrocytic and normochromicFanconi anemia (rare autosomal recessive disorder caused by defects in a multiprotein complex that is required for DNA repair) underlie some forms of aplastic anemia.Conditions causing microcytic, hypochromic anemia...
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Gonococcus resistant structure is
B i.e. Testis
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In a patient who underwent post molar evacuation by dilatation and curettage. Which of the following test used to define successful removal of H. Mole :
Ans-A Beta HCGMONITORING* After suction Evacuation: We send weekly serum b-HCG. Till they Become Normal.Avg. time for HCG to Came Back to Normal* After a complete Mole - 9 weeks* After a partial Mole - 7 weeks* After a Molar - 9 weeks* Once HCG is Normal* We send HCG values Monthly x6 months
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Injury from application of fluid above 60 or from steam is called
Scalds A scald is an injury from the application of fluid above 60 or from steam. Because of the cooling of the liquid due to evaporation, the lesion due to scald is not very deep. However the latent heat of the viscid fluid is high and hence, the penetration capacity of heat of such liquids is more. Thus an injury cau...
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Prerequisite for applying forceps are all except:September 2007
Ans. C: Saggital suture should be in line with transverse diameter of pelvisConditions to be fulfilled prior to forceps operation:The fetal head must be engagedCervix must be fully dilatedMembranes must be rupturedThe position and station of the fetal head must be knownNo major CPDAdequate analgesiaBladder must be empt...
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Which one of the following is not used as a tumor marker in testicular tumours ?
Carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) describes a set of highly related glycoproteins involved in cell adhesion. CEA is normally produced in gastrointestinal tissue during fetal development, but the production stops before bih. Therefore, CEA is usually present only at very low levels in the blood of healthy adults. However, ...
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MRP2 transpoer defect leads to development of?
MRP2 defect: Multidrug resistance-associated protein 2 (MRP2), an ATP-dependent canalicular membrane transpoer. It is defective in Dubin Johnson syndrome. This protein is encoded by gene known as ABCC2 Gene which is mutated. Dubin Johnson syndrome- It is an autosomal recessive disorder occurs due to defect in MRP-2 pro...
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Dematome of middle finger:
For thumb C6 For index and middle finger C7 For ring and little finger C8
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Insulin resistance state causing hyperglycemia is present in -
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Acromegaly o Endocrinopathies associated with hvperglvcia and insulin resistance state are:# Acromegaly# Cushing syndrome# Hyperthyroidism# Pheochromocytoma# Glucagonoma
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After 3rd stage of labour and expulsion of placenta, patient is bleeding heavily. Ideal management would include all except: March 2005
Ans. C: APGAR Scoring APGAR scoring is done for the assessment of newborn and has nothing to be done with control of uterine bleed. The underlying principle in active management of the third stage is to excite powerful contractions following bih of the anterior shoulder by parenteral oxytocirV ergometrine/ uterine mass...
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A 77-year-old woman presents with headaches and difficulty walking. She has an unbalanced gait and falls easily, especially when trying to walk upstairs. The tone is normal and there are no cerebellar findings. A CT scan reveals enlarged ventricles.For the above patient with neurologic symptoms, select the most likely ...
Adults may develop hydrocephalus as a result of occlusion of CSF pathways by tumors in the third ventricle, brain stem, or posterior fossa. In adults, the symptoms of obstructive hydrocephalus include headache, lethargy, malaise, incoordination, and weakness. Seizures do not usually occur. Dementia, altered consciousne...
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What is the most common problem following surgical treament of pterygium?
Recurrence of the pterygium after surgical excision is the most comon problem after pterigium excision and is seen in 30-50 % of the cases. Reference : AK Khurana 7th edition page.89
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Ghon's focus reflects: September 2005
Ans. B: Primary complex Only a very small percent of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB) infections result in disease, and even a smaller percentage of MTB infections progress to an advanced stage. The bacilli is engulfed by alveolar macrophages multiply and give rise to a subpleural focus of tuberculous pneumonia, common...
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A child suffering from asthma is to be treated with a drug that blocks the synthesis of leukotrienes. What drug would be an appropriate choice
zileuton mech of action:- It is a 5-LOX(lipoxygenase) inhibitor, blocks LTC4/D4 as well as LTB4 synthesis. It therefore has the potential to prevent all LT induced responses including those exeed by activation of cysLT1 receptor. Duration of action of zileuton is sho. side effects:- Hepatotoxicity
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Lactose fermentation is seen in -
Ans. is 'c' i.e., MacConkey agar o Culture on differential media that contain special dyes and carbohydrates distinguishes lactose-fermenting (colored) from non-lactose-fermenting (non-pigmented) colonies and may allow rapid presumptive identification of enteric bacteria.o Such media, used to see lactose fermentation, ...
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