1.

Intermaxillary suture are sometimes raised forming a

(longitudinal midline ridge known as: (AFMC 2003
a. Torus auditory
b. Torus mandibularis
c. Torus palatine
d. Torus maxillaris

.Peritonsillar abscess is also known as: (Karnataka [snip])2

a. Retropharyngeal abscess
b. Tonsillar abscess
c. Quinsy
d. Thornwaldt’s abscess

Third molar caries with extension of the lesion towards tonsillar.3

fossa and shift of tonsil reveals which of the following
(complication? (UP 2002
a. Parapharyngeal abscess
b. Retropharyngeal abscess
c. Tonsillar abscess
d. Dental abscess

.Peritonsillar abscess can extend posteriorly into: (Delhi 2000)4

a. Anterior triangle of neck
b. Parapharyngeal space
c. Posterior triangle on neck
d. Submaxillary space

Swelling between tonsillar area and superior constrictor muscle.5

(is know as: (AI 1991
a. Quinsy
b. Dental abscess
c. Parapharyngeal abscess
d. Retropharyngeal abscess

.The most common malignancy of the oropharynx: (MP 2006)6

a. Tonsil
b. Soft palate
c. Tongue base
d. Valleculae

.Killiance dehiscence is seen in (JIPMER 1999)7

a. Oropharynx
b. Nasopharynx
c. Cricopharynx
d. Vocal cords

.Odynophagia is (MH PGM CET 2000)8

a. Pain during swallowing
b. Difficulty in swallowing
c. Bad odour from mouth
d. Psychiatric disease

.Openings of the tube of bronchoscope are known as: (CMC 2002)9

a. Holes
b. Apertures
c. Vents
d. Any of the above

Indications for tracheostomy are all EXCEPT.10

a. Acute epiglottitis
b. Maxillofacial trauma
c. Laryngeal malignancy
d. Extensive consolidation of lung

.Most common complication of Tracheostomy is: (JIPMER 2000)11

a. Stenosis
b. Infection
c. Pneumonia
d. Respiratory failure

.Collar stud abscess is seen in: (Orissa 2004)12

a. Pyogenic cervical abscess
b. Peritonsillar abscess
c. Retropharyngeal abscess
d. TB lymphadenitis

A tracheostomised patient, with portex tracheostomy tube, in.13

.the ward, developed sudden complete blockage of the tube
?Which of the following is best next step in the management
(AIIMS May 2004)
a. Immediate removal of the tracheostomy tube
b. Suction of tube with sodium bicarbonate
c. Suction of tube with saline
d. Jet ventilation

After a long-standing tracheostomy patient developed almost.14

(complete stenosis of trachea, treatment is: (AIIMS 2001
a. Tracheal dilation
b. Laser with stent
c. Surgery
d. Removal of stenosed part with anastomosis

.Not true regarding pterygopalatine fossa: (Orissa 2005)15

(a. Inferomedial to the foramen rotundum lies the Vidian (Pterygoid
canal, which connects the foramen lacerum to the pterygopalatine
.fossa
b. Medially, the pterygopalatine fossa communicates through the
pterygomaxillary fissure with the infratemporal fossa
c. It communicates with the middle cranial cavity through the foramen
.rotundum and pterygoid canal
d. It contains the sphenopalatine ganglion and the third segment of
.the maxillary artery

.White oral lesions are seen in EXCEPT: (Kar 2002)16

a. Leukoplakia
b. Keratosis
c. Addison’s disease
d. Candidiasis

All of the following cause a grey-white membrane in the throat.17

(EXCEPT (SGPGI 2005
a. Streptococcal tonsillitis
b. Diphtheria
c. Ludwig’s angina
d. Adenoviral pharyngitis

.True statement about faucial diphtheria is: (Delhi 2001)18

a. Pearly white membrane
b. Bleeding occurs if the membrane is tried to remove
c. Bleeds when membrane is removed
d. Membrane can be removed easily

.Collar stud abscess is seen in: (Orissa 2004)19

a. Pyogenic cervical abscess
b. Peritonsillar abscess
c. Retropharyngeal abscess
d. TB lymphadenitis

.Steeple sign is seen in: (SGPGI 2005)20

a. Croup
b. Acute epiglottitis
c. Laryngomalacia
d. Quinsy

The antibiotic of choice in acute epiglottitis pending culture.21

(sensitivity report is: (Kar 2001
a. Erythromycin
b. Rolitetracycline
c. Doxycycline
d. Ampicillin

Which of the following statement is true for Ludwig’s angina.22

(Delhi 2000)
a. It is an ischemic, painful condition of Pectoralis minor muscle
b. It is diffuse cellulitis affecting the floor of the mouth
c. Glycerin nitrate, local application is quite helpful
d. None of the above

.Submandibular space infection is known as: (Manipal 2002)23

a. Ludwig’s angina
b. Vincent’s angina
c. Parapharyngeal abscess
d. None

Which of the following structures are preserved in radical neck.24

(dissection? (Kar 2002
a. Vagus nerve
b. Accessory Nerve
c. Internal jugular vein
d. Sternocleidomastoid muscle

.Palatal myoclonus is seen in: (SGPGI 2005)25

a. Epilepsy
b. Multiple sclerosis
c. Cerebellar infarction
d. Guillain Barre syndrome

What is the correct sequence of the following while resuscitating.26

(an infant with Foreign Body Airway Obstruction? (UPSC 2004
Chest thrust.1
Tongue-jaw lift.2
Back blows.3
:Select the correct sequence form the codes given below
:Codes
a. 1,3,2
b. 3,2,1
c. 3,1,2
d. 2,1,3

A patient presented with a 3.5 cms size lymph node enlargement.27

.which was hard and presented in submandibular region
Examination of the head and neck did not yield any lesion. The
(next investigation to be done: (CMC 2005
a. CXR
b. Triple endoscopy
c. Supravital staining of oral mucosa
d. Laryngoscopy

Most common tumor to produce metastasis to cervical lymph.28

(nodes: (AIIMS MAY 2002
a. Glottic Carcinoma
b. Nasopharyngeal carcinoma
c. Carcinoma Base of tongue
d. Carcinoma lip

Best diagnostic modality for Nasopharyngeal angiofibroma is.29

(AIIMS 1997)
a. Angiography
b. Biopsy
c. CECT
d. MRI

Investigation of choice for Nasopharyngeal angiofibroma is.30

(MP 2002)
a. MRI
b. CECT
c. Helical CT
d. Angiography

Causes of posterior soft tissue nasopharyngeal mass include all.31

(EXCEPT: (AMU 1996
a. Plasmacytoma
b. Choanal atresia
c. Thornwaldt’s Cyst
d. Aneurysm of the carotid artery
e. Chordoma

All muscles of Palate are supplied by cranial accessory nerve.32

:except
a. Tensor palati
b. Palatoglossus
c. Palatopharyngeus
d. None

All muscles of Pharynx are supplied by cranial accessory nerve.33

:except
a. Thyropharyngeus
b. Inferior constrictor
c. Stylopharyngeus
d. Superior constrictor

All muscles of Tongue are supplied by hypoglossal nerve EXCEPT.34

a. Myoglossus
b. Palatoglossus
c. Genioglossus
d. Hyoglossus

.Cranial accessory nerve supplies: (Orissa 99)35

a. Palate
b. Pharynx
c. Palatoglossus
d. All

.Mandibular nerve supplies: (PGI 89)36

a. Tensor palati
b. Tensor tympani
c. Both
d. None

.Most frequent site of branchial cyst is at: (MH-SS-CET 2005)37

a. Upper third of posterior border of sternocleidomastoid
b. Lower third of anterior border of sternocleidomastoid
c. Upper third of anteromedial border of sternocleidomastoid
d. Supraclavicular fossa

The main differential diagnosis is second branchial cleft cyst.38

:include all EXCEPT
a. Thyroglossal duct cyst
b. Cystic hygroma
c. Laryngocele
d. Ranula

Which of the following is not the site for PARAGANGLIOMA? (AIIMS.39

(Nov 2003
a. Carotid bifurcation
b. Jugular foramen
c. Promontory in middle ear
d. Geniculate ganglion
Bano Begum presented with bleeding from ear, pain, tinnitus and.40
increasing deafness. Examination revealed red swelling/mass
behind the intact tympanic membrane that blanches on pressure
:with pneumatic speculum. Treatments for her include all EXCEPT
(AIIMS 2001)
a. Preoperative embolisation
b. Radiotherapy
c. Surgery
d. Interferons

Which of the following is the most beneficial technique of using.41

chemotherapy with a course of radiotherapy in head and neck
(malignancies? (AIIMS NOV 2004
a. Neo adjuvant chemotherapy
b. Adjuvant chemotherapy
c. Concurrent chemotherapy
d. Alternating chemotherapy and radiotherapy

Which implant is used in Nasopharyngeal carcinoma.42

(Kerala 2005)
a. Caesium
b. I-131
c. Gold
d. Iridium

A male aged 60 years has foul breath, he regurgitates food that.43

(is eaten 3 days ago. Likely diagnosis is: (AIPGE 2001
a. Zenker’s diverticulum
b. Meckel’s diverticulum
c. Scleroderma
d. Achalasia cardia

Main problem associated with carotid body tumor operation is.44

(Maharashtra 2000)
a. The tumor blends with bifurcation of carotid artery
b. The tumor blends with jugular vein
c. Recurrence
d. Vaso vagal Shock

.True about Carotid body tumor is all EXCEPT: (AIIMS Nov 2004)45
a. It is highly vascular mass
b. True cut biopsy is investigation of choice
c. Operative intervention is best avoided in elderly patients
d. Radiotherapy has no effect

.Investigation of choice for carotid body tumor? (AFMC 2004)46

a. Angiography
b. USG with colour Doppler
c. CECT
d. MRI

A 40 year old patient is suffering from carotid body tumor. Which.47

of the following is the best choice of treatment for him
(AIIMS 2004 may)
a. Excision of tumor
b. Radiotherapy
c. Chemotherapy
d. Carotid artery ligation both proximal and distal to the tumor

.Lower esophageal sphincter: (AIIMS 2005 may)48

a. Has no tonic activity
b. Has a tone which is provided by the sympathetic system
c. Relaxes on increasing abdominal pressure
d. Relaxes ahead of the peristaltic wave

A young patient presents with history of dysphagia more to liquids.49

(than solids. The first investigation you will do is: (AIIMS may 2003
a. Barium swallow
b. Esophagoscopy
c. Laryngoscopy
d. CT chest

Barium study in Trendelenburg position is done for the diagnosis.50

(of: (Kerala 2003
a. Upper GIT disorders
b. Hiatal disorders
c. Esophageal disorder
d. Crohn’s disease

On a chest radiograph, a double shadow behind the heart, signs.51

of aspiration pneumonia and absence of air in stomach is
(suggestive of: (KAR 2003
a. Aneurysm of thoracic aorta
b. Achalasia
c. Carcinoma esophagus
(d. Peptic ulcer (stomach

Rat-tail” appearance on barium swallow examination is seen.52“

(in: (Maharashtra 2002
a. Achalasia cardia
b. Carcinoma esophagus
c. Hiatus hernia
d. Diffuse esophageal spasm

.Cobble stone” esophagus is feature of: (Orissa 94)53“

a. Candidial oesophagitis
b. Cytomegalovirus oesophagitis
c. Herpes oesophagitis
d. Hiatus hernia

Rat tail Appearance” in barium swallow is a feature of.54“

(KAR 2005)
a. Carcinoma of Esophagus
b. Achalasia Cardia
c. Barret’s esophagus
d. Chronic Reflux oesophagitis

.Cork-screw’ esophagus is seen in: (AI 2002; KAR 2001)55‘

a. Vigorous achalasia cardia
b. Scleroderma
c. Diffuse esophageal spasm
d. Carcinoma esophagus

.Dysphagia lusoria due to: (AIIMS Nov 2003; Manipal 2002)56

a. Esophageal diverticulum
b. Aneurysm of aorta
c. Esophageal web
d. Compression of esophagus by aberrant blood vessel

.Dysphagia lusoria is commonly due to: (Manipal 2002)57

a. Abnormal origin of left subclavian artery
b. Abnormal origin of right subclavian artery
c. Compression by aortic arch
d. Obstruction by foreign body
Corkscrew esophagus is seen in which of the following.58
(conditions? (AIPGE 2002
a. Carcinoma esophagus
b. Scleroderma
c. Achalasia cardia
d. Diffuse esophageal spasm

Treatment for achalasia associated with high rate of recurrence.59

(AIPGE 2002)
a. Pneumatic dilatation
b. Laparoscopic myotomy
c. Open surgical myotomy
d. Botulinum toxin

.Barrett’s oesophagus is: (AIPGE 2002)60

a. Lower oesophagus lined by columnar epithelium
b. Upper oesophagus lined by columnar epithelium
c. Lower esophagus lined by ciliated epithelium
d. Lower esophagus lined by pseudostratified epithelium

.Adenocarcinoma of esophagus develops in: (AIPGE 2002)61

a. Barrett’s esophagus
b. Long standing achalasia
c. Corrosive structure
d. Alcohol abuse

Most common site for squamous cell Carcinoma esophagus is.62

(AIPGE 2001)
a. Upper third
b. Middle third
c. Lower third
d. Gastro esophageal junction

.Dysphagia lusoria is due to: (NOV. 2003 AIIMS )63

a. Oesophageal diverticulum
b. Aneurysm of aorta
c. Oesophageal web
d. Compression by aberrant blood vessels
A 30 years old male, presents with symptoms of regurgitation of.64
foul smelling food, and dysphagia. He is diagnosed to have
cricopharyngeal diverticulum. Management of choice is
(AIIMS 2001 )
a. Excision of the diverticula
b. Cricopharyngeal myotomy alone
c. Myotomy with excision of the sac
d. Marsupialization of the sac

Bhanwarilal presents with feature of foul smelling food.65

regurgitation, dysphagia and pain. He was diagnosed to have
cricopharyngeal diverticulum. Treatment of choice will be
(AIIMS 2000)
a. LASER vaporization
b. Excision of the diverticulum with cricopharyngomyotomy
c. Excision of the diverticulum
d. Marsupialisation of the diverticulum

Best substitute for esophagus after esophagectomy is.66

(MP 99; Ai 96)
a. Stomach
b. Jejunum
c. Right colon
d. Left colon

A young patients with dysphagia move for liquids than solids. He.67
regurgitates food often at night. Radiography shows a rat-tailed
(appearance. Likely diagnosis is: (AIIMS May 1996
a. Achalasia cardia
b. CA oesophagus
c. Zenker’s diverticulum
d. Diffuse esophageal spasm

A male aged 60 years has foul breath; He regurgitates food that.68

is eaten 3 days ago a gurgling sound is often heard on swallowing
(Likely diagnosis is: (AI 2001
a. Zenkers diverticulum
b. Meckels diverticulum
c. Scleroderma
d. Achalasia cardia
All are true regarding Plummer Vinson syndrome, except.69
(AIIMS Dec 97)
a. Oesophageal web
b. Predisposes to malignancy
c. Koilonychia
d. Common in elderly males

The following are predisposing factors for Esophageal carcinoma.70

(except: (AI 1996
a. Plummer-Vinson syndrome
b. Tylosis palmaris
c. Chronic Achalasia
d. Benzene therapy

.Hyperkeratosis of palm and sole is seen in: (AIIMS Dec 97)71

a. Carcinoma colon
b. Hepatoma
c. Adenocarcinoma lung
d. CA oesophagus

.The adenocarcinoma of esophagus-developed in: (AI 2002)72

a. Barrett’s esophagus
b. Long standing achalasia
c. Corrosive structure
d. Alcohol abuse

.Adenocarcinoma of esophagus is commonly found in: (AI 1998)73

a. Achalasia acardia
b. Barrett’s oesophagus
c. Plummer Vinson syndrome
d. Chronic smoking

Most common site for squamous cell carcinoma esophagus is.74

(AI 2001)
a. Upper third
b. Middle third
c. Lower third
d. Gastro-esophageal junction
Which neo-adjuvant chemotherapy is used in Esophageal.75
(carcinoma: (AI 1996
a. Cisplatin
b. Cyclophosphamide
c. Doxorubicin
d. Methotrexate

The commonest side effect of cisplatinum in a patient using it for.76

(esophageal carcinoma is: (AIIMS May 01
a. Acute tubular necrosis
b. Thrombocytopenia
c. Hepatic failure
d. Cardiomyopathy

Constrictions normally present in esophagus are all EXCEPT.77

(MH-PGM-CET-2000)
a. 10 cm from the incisor teeth
b. 15 cm from the incisor teeth
c. 25 cm from the incisor teeth
d. 40 cm from the incisor teeth

Which of the following play vital role in preventing gastro.78

(oesophagus reflux? (PGI 2001
a. Sphincteric action of lower esophageal muscle fibers or fibers of
right cura
b. Mucosal flap produced by muscularis mucosa of the stomach
c. Difference between intrathoracic and intraabdominal pressure
d. Acute gastroesophageal angle

.The most common complication seen in hiatus hernia is: (AI 2005)79
a. Oesophagitis
b. Aspiration pneumonitis
c. Volvulus
d. Oesophageal stricture

.The hypopharynx includes all the following EXCEPT: (JIPMER 2003)80

a. Pyriform fossa
b. Epiglottis
c. Post cricoid region
d. Valeculae

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