Rheumatology & Haematology — Flashcards

_____ presenting with unexplained lymphadenopathy should be considered for a very urgent 48 hr referral for lymphoma

Patients may take _____ following stem cell transplantation for myeloma in the form of lenalidomide

Diagnostic criteria for MGUS in patients with serum paraprotein: 1. _____ 2. Monoclonal plasma cells in bone marrow <10% 3. Absence of symptoms (or organ involvement)

_____ lymphoma is caused by uncontrolled proliferation of B-lymphocytes

Vaccinations against H.influenzae type b, meningococcus groups B & C, S. pneumoniae are given _____

Hint: timing

The most effective management of superior vena cava obstruction is _____

Superior vena cava obstruction can rarely be caused by _____ of intravascular devices (e.g. central venous catheters, pacemaker leads, or dialysis catheter)

What physical examination can test for herniated disc? _____

What is the first-line analgesic for herniated disc? _____

The most common symptom from a herniated disc is _____