NEET MDS Shorts
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PeriodonticsThe maxillary first premolar often has developmental grooves and flutings on the
mesial surface that can complicate thorough root planing and make it more
challenging to fully debride the root surface.
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PeriodonticsTreatment for ANUG in initial stages without systemic involvement is none of the above; typically, it involves debridement and possibly antibiotics.
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BiochemistryVLDL is a lipoprotein particle synthesized in the liver and secreted into the bloodstream to transport endogenously synthesized triglycerides and cholesterol to peripheral tissues. The triglycerides in VLDL are derived from fatty acids synthesized in the liver, and the cholesterol is derived from both dietary sources and de novo synthesis in the liver. They are not usually linked covalently to apoproteins (Answer 1), nor do they primarily consist of phosphatidylcholine (Answer 2). While the types of lipids found in the diet (Answer 4) can influence the liver's synthesis of VLDL, the statement does not accurately describe the direct composition of VLDL.
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General MedicineCongenital rubella syndrome can lead to various complications, including patent ductus arteriosus, sensory nerve deafness, and spontaneous abortion. However, the statement "None of the above" is incorrect as all listed conditions can occur due to the syndrome.
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PedodonticsInjuries to primary teeth are most common in children aged 1.5 to 2.5 years, as this is a developmental stage where children are learning to walk and explore their environment, leading to a higher risk of falls and accidents.
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General PathologyHyperpigmentation is a classic physical finding in Addison's disease, which is caused by adrenal insufficiency.
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Oral PathologyOpen-ended lead-lined cones reduce the intensity of scattered radiation.
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General MicrobiologyEndotoxins are components of the outer membrane of Gram-negative bacteria and are released when the bacteria die or divide. This structural characteristic differentiates them from exotoxins, which are secreted by living bacteria.