2020 P1 Q27
Q1. Which one of the following statements about Barrett’s Oesophagus is NOT correct?
- It is a pre-malignant condition
- Normal squamous cells lining the lower oesophagus are replaced by columnar cells
- Normal columnar cells lining the lower oesophagus are replaced by squamous cells
- It is an adaptive response to chronic gastro-oesophageal reflux
Answer & explanation — reveal it in the interactive practice above.
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2020 P1 Q29
Q2. Spontaneous oesophageal perforation after a bout of forceful vomiting or retching is characteristically seen in which one of the following conditions?
- Menetrier’s disease
- Boerhaave’s syndrome
- Achalasia of the oesophagus
- Barrett’s oesophagus
Answer & explanation — reveal it in the interactive practice above.
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2024 P2 Q11
Q3. Which of the following statements are correct regarding Barrett’s oesophagus?
1. It is a metaplastic change.
2. It is a risk factor for development of adenocarcinoma.
3. Ingestion of NSAIDs is the a etiological factor for its development.
4. Endoscopic mucosal resection is an effective treatment. Select the answer
using the code given below.
- 1, 2 and 3
- 2, 3 and 4
- 1, 2 and 4
- 1, 3 and 4
Answer & explanation — reveal it in the interactive practice above.
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2025 P2 Q29
Q4. Which of the following are considered aetiological factors for Adenocarcinoma oesophagus?
I. Barrett’s oesophagus
II. GERD
III. Obesity
IV. Alcohol intake
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
- I, II and III
- I, II and IV
- I, III and IV
- II, III and IV
Answer & explanation — reveal it in the interactive practice above.
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