Meconium ileus (MI) is associated with which of the following disorders?
a. Pyloric stenosis
b. Esophageal atresia
c. Cystic fibrosis
d. Esophagitis
ANS: C
Meconium ileus is associated with cystic fibrosis. Meconium ileus is not associated with pyloric stenosis, esophageal atresias, or esophagitis.
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