This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pathology
All are complications of ileal resection EXCEPT:March 2004 
Select and explain. 
A. Megaloblastic anemia, B. Iron deficiency anemia, C. Gastric hypeension, D. Malabsorption syndrome
B: Iron deficiency anemia
Answer: B: Iron deficiency anemia 
Explanation: Ans. B i.e. Iron deficiency anemiaIron deficiency can result from 1) dietary lack, 2) impaired absorption, 3) increased requirement, or (most impoantly) 4) chronic blood loss.