NEET MDS Shorts
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General PathologySplenomegaly is not usually seen in sickle cell anemia; instead, autosplenectomy often occurs due to repeated splenic infarctions.
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General PathologyThe size of red blood cells is measured by Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV), which indicates the average volume of a red blood cell.
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PhysiologyADH acts on the distal tubules and collecting ducts of the kidney to increase the permeability of the tubular epithelium to water. This results in the reabsorption of water and the concentration of urine, thereby reducing urine volume and increasing blood pressure.
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OrthodonticsSOLUTION
Intermaxillary anchorage or Baker's Anchorage. This type of anchorage involves using elastics from one jaw to the other, in the form of either Class 2 elastics (moving upper teeth back) where lower molar teeth serve as anchors, or Class 3 elastics (moving lower teeth back) where upper molars serve as anchors.
Intramaxillary anchorage is also used in the form of E-chain, when elastics are used from the back molar teeth to the front teeth in the same jaw to move teeth back of the mouth.
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PhysiologyAnswer: 2) EpinephrineExplanation: During the fight-or-flight response, epinephrine is released from the adrenal medulla and acts on the pupillary dilator muscles to cause mydriasis (dilatation of pupils). This effect is mediated by beta-adrenergic receptors on the smooth muscle of the iris, leading to increased pupil size to allow more light in for better vision.
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RadiologyRadiographic evidence of cortical bone loss typically becomes apparent when at least 13% of the bone height has been lost. This is because the density of the bone and the surrounding structures needs to be significantly altered to be detectable on an X-ray film.
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Oral MedicineHyperemesis gravidarum is severe nausea and vomiting during pregnancy that can lead to dehydration and electrolyte imbalances. The patient's symptoms and signs of dehydration (low blood pressure and decreased urine output) support this diagnosis.
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PhysiologyThe cephalic phase of gastric acid secretion is initiated by the parasympathetic system and is triggered by the sight, smell, or thought of food. It accounts for approximately 20% of total acid secretion and prepares the stomach for digestion even before food arrives.