Rheumatology & Haematology — Flashcards

The diagnostic criteria for myeloma can be remebered using the SLiM CRAB mnemonic. A individual with _____ AND any 1 of the following has myeloma: ≥ Sixty % plasma cells in marrow Light chain ratio ≥100 ≥ 1 focal lesion ≥5mm on MRI HyperCalcaemia Renal impairment Anaemia: Hb <100 g/L or 20g below normal Bone involvement (lytic lesion, osteoporosis, pathological fractures)

Myeloma patients at risk of infection may be given _____

The 2 main management options for superior vena cava obstruction are _____ and Chemotherapy &/or Radiotherapy

Hint: Surgical

What lifestyle advice is given for herniated discs? _____

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

The most effective management of superior vena cava obstruction is _____

What physical examination can test for herniated disc? _____

What is the diagnosis of a 40 year-old construction worker who felt a severe sudden back pain radiates down the back of the leg? _____

Herniated disc risk factors: A job that involves lots of _____ A job that involves lots of sitting (esp driving) Smoking Genetics & age (the usual)

~75% of patients with herniated discs will improve after _____ due to re-absorption of the prolapsed disc over-time

Hint: time