Rheumatology & Haematology — Flashcards

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

Patients with superior vena cava obstruction may be given an initial dose of _____ in unstable patients with suspected/known malignancy

Hint: drug

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

Hint: timing

The most common symptom from a herniated disc is _____

A(n) _____ is when the nucleus pulposus herniates through the annulus fibrosus

All patients with malignancy of unknown origin should have the following investigations: Blood tests: _____, U&Es, LFT, Calcium, Lactate dehydrogenase, AFP and hCG Imaging: CXR, CT (chest, abdomen & pelvis) Other: Urinalysis

Chronic anticoagulation with drugs such as warfarin increase the risk for _____ haemorrhages following injury (especially in elderly)

Patients with malignancy of unknown origin and lytic bone lesions should have a _____

Hint: what investigation?

What blood test is important to check for subdural haemorrhage? _____

_____ may be used to reduce risk of vertebral fracture or collapse due to spinal metastases from myeloma, breast or prostate cancer

Hint: Medication