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Gastrointestinal Case Studies

Gastrointestinal (GI) disorders refer to conditions affecting the digestive system, including the esophagus, stomach, small and large intestines, liver, pancreas, and gallbladder.

Source: https://www.cancer.gov/publications/dictionaries/cancer-terms/def/gastrointestinal-tract

Common GI disorders

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
• Peptic ulcer disease
• Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
• Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
• Celiac disease
• Colorectal cancer
• Gallbladder disease
• Pancreatitis
• Gastrointestinal infections (e.g., gastroenteritis)

Symptoms and signs

Symptoms and signs of GI disorders vary depending on the specific condition. Common symptoms may include abdominal pain, bloating, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, difficulty swallowing, heartburn, and rectal bleeding.

Diagnostic Investigation

Diagnostic tests for GI disorders may include imaging studies such as endoscopy, colonoscopy, CT scan, MRI, and ultrasound, as well as blood tests, stool tests, and breath tests.

Options for GI disorders may include lifestyle modifications such as dietary changes and exercise, medications, and surgery. Examples of treatment modalities for specific conditions include:

• GERD: proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), H2 receptor blockers, antacids
• Peptic ulcer disease: antibiotics to eradicate H. pylori bacteria, PPIs, H2 receptor blockers, antacids
• IBD: immunomodulators, biologics, corticosteroids, aminosalicylates
• IBS: dietary changes, probiotics, antispasmodics, fiber supplements
• Celiac disease: gluten-free diet
• Colorectal cancer: surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy
• Gallbladder disease: surgery to remove the gallbladder (cholecystectomy)
• Pancreatitis: supportive care, pain management, enzyme supplements
• Hepatitis: antiviral medications, liver transplant
• Gastrointestinal infections: antibiotics, anti-diarrheal medications, fluid replacement therapy

Treatment plans are individualized based on the patient’s specific condition and medical history, and may involve a combination of different therapies.

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Case Study – Celiac Disease and Digestion

I designed this digestive system case study for my anatomy class and remote learners. The goal is for students to understand how digestion works and how an autoimmune disease (celiac) interferes with the process. I focused on specific details of the system, like villi and absorption of nutrients across the mucosa.

The case study on celiac disease can be completed independently or in small groups.

To start, this case introduces a person who was diagnosed with celiac disease and links to that person’s blog . I am fairly vague with the opening on this one, and the symptoms can describe anyone with celiac disease. After reading the introduction and symptoms, students answer questions from the text.

At this point, they will not need to look anything up unless they just need to refresh their memory on the sequence of structures in the alimentary canal. I assigned this activity after students learned about the digestive system and completed the digestive system labeling There are several challenging terms in this section, such as chronic disease, gastrointestinal, autoimmune, and malabsorption. I encourage students to use google to look up words they don’t understand.

Diagnosis and Treatment

Next, students examine photos from an endoscopy showing a normal duodenum and one from a person with celiac disease. Students learn that a blood test (serology) can detect the presence of antibodies in the blood that are known to attack tissues of the gut. They learn that a biopsy test can reveal microscopic changes in the lining of the gut. An image shows the progression of the disease and the presence of lymphocytes in the cells, as well as the changes in other cells. Over time, the villi flatten and lose their ability to absorb nutrients.

Each section is followed by questions to assess reading comprehension and understanding of the graphics. Students apply knowledge by analyzing data used to classify different types of celiac disease. On the final page, I tasked them with designing a daily meal plan that does not include gluten. Finally, students write a short summary to explain the basics of the disease to a fictional younger sister.

Shannan Muskopf

Anatomy and Physiology Case Studies- Digestive System, Gastrointestinal Disorder

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High school students love learning about diseases through anatomy case studies! This is a great addition to an Anatomy & Physiology, Health Sciences, or Medical Pathology course and the problem-based lessons provide a great example of real NGSS phenomena. Meckel's Diverticulum is the most common congenital disorder of the digestive system, affecting the growth of the intestinal wall.

Case studies are perfect for extending thinking on a topic or for use as sub plans. Answer keys are included.

Topics addressed: Meckel's diverticulum, digestive tract, intestine, stomach, acid, fecal occult test, hematocrit, urinalysis, abdominal exam, CT enterography, technetium scan, diverticulosis, ulcer

Three versions are included:

1. Guided Case Study - Students are presented with the symptoms and diagnosis, then led through the related information about the condition. Questions are presented as a reading comprehension-style assignment. This is a great choice for struggling students or as a quick supplement to your unit.

2. Research-based Case Study - Students are presented with the symptoms and diagnosis. Websites are provided for additional information in order to answer the related questions about the condition. This is a great choice for more advanced/independent students or if you have more available class time.

3. Digital Case Study- Students are provided the same links as the research-based study, but they are live websites for easy internet searching and questions are provided in a digital document or Google Form for easy grading. This is a great choice for 1:1 classrooms or independent learners that are familiar with Google Classroom.

*Please note: To determine if this case study fits with the difficulty-level of your course, please click on the PREVIEW above.

If you haven't introduced the digestive system and alimentary canal (gastrointestinal tract) yet, you might want to check out my Digestive System Bundle (includes instructional PowerPoint, Doodle Notes, and Activities).

Looking for more resources? See my other Anatomy Case Studies and my Full Anatomy Curriculum !

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