Cardiology — Flashcards

Suspected pleural effusion is managed with _____

Hint: next step

What pathogen is the most common cause of spinal epidural abscess? _____

What is the typical underlying etiology of acromegaly? _____

Following a (+) PPD, first order a(n) _____ to differentiate between active and latent TB

Hint: diagnostic test

Anti-topoisomerase antibodies are seen in _____

Hint: diagnosis

What is the likely diagnosis in a patient with significant smoking history who presents with shoulder pain, weight loss, and the imaging findings below? _____

_____ = release of preformed hormone _____ = overproduction of thyroid hormone

Hint: Thyroiditis/Graves or Goiter

Primary CNS lymphoma and Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma is most often seen in patients with _____

Bilateral, simple renal cysts associated with cerebral aneurysms is suggestive of _____

Hint: condition

What is the recommended primary prophylaxis against mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) for HIV patients with CD4 count <50/mm? _____