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Gastroscopy reveals degeneration of the gastric mucosa in the body and fundus of the stomach. This condition increases the risk for the development of:
 
  a. pernicious anemia.
  b. osmotic diarrhea.
  c. increased acid secretion.
  d. decreased gastrin secretion.
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6 years ago
ANS: A
Pernicious anemia can develop because the damage to the mucosa makes the intrinsic factor less available to facilitate vitamin B12 absorption in the ileum. None of the other options would result from this damage.
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