Rheumatology & Haematology — Flashcards

Accelerated phase of CML presents with _____ because of neutropaenia

Chronic myeloid leukaemia is often diagnosed _____ on a FBC

What is the first-line management of chronic myeloid leukaemia that is used regardless of the phase? _____

High-risk polycythaemia vera can be managed with _____ alongside low-dose aspirin & venesection

Polycythemia vera classically presents with intense pruritis espeically after a hot shower/bath, this is known as _____

What is the management of chronic myeloid leukaemia in the blastic crisis? _____

Polycythemia vera may present with _____ due to excessive RBCs causing tissue congestion

Hint: visible cutaneous finding

Polycythemia vera classically presents with intense _____, especially after a hot shower/bath

Chronic myeloid leukemia is usually insidious in onset and seen in _____

Hint: demographic

What is the confirmatory investigation for chronic myeloid leukaemia which helps determine the management? _____