Rheumatology & Haematology — Flashcards

What lifestyle advice is given for herniated discs? _____

The most effective management of superior vena cava obstruction is _____

The most common symptom from a herniated disc is _____

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

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

Hint: what investigation?

Investigations for malignancy of unknown origin _____ be offered to patients who are unfit for treatment

Hint: Should / Should not

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

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

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

Hint: Medication

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