MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

ABDOMINAL

ABDOMINAL STATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which statement is true regarding intestinal ischemia?
A
It can be seen from the absence of enhancement after iodine contrast
B
Not associated with portal vein / superior mesenteric vein thrombosis
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Ischemia and reperfusion of the ischemic intestine can result in significant tissue injury that is manifested as vascular dysfunction and mucosal barrier failure. The injury response to ischemia per se can be attributed to hypoxia and the cellular alterations brought about by this condition.

Detailed explanation-2: -Area commonly affected by ischemic colitis Ischemic colitis occurs when blood flow to part of the large intestine is reduced. The condition can affect any part of the colon but is most common in the upper left segment.

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