Elderly female with elevated lipase and abdominal pain

Kevin E Snyder, M.D.

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Abstract:  70 year old female s/p right lung decortication, now with increased lipase and abdominal pain. Patient had prior cholecystectomy and does not have history of alcohol consumption.
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Question Text 

Worldwide, which of the following is the leading cause of portal
vein obstruction?
 

Answers
 Answer: Budd-Chiari syndrome 
Correct Answer? 
No
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 Answer: Schistosomiasis 
Correct Answer? 
No
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 Answer: CHF 
Correct Answer? 
No
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 Answer: Pancreatic cancer 
Correct Answer? 
No
 
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