Cardiology — Flashcards

Empty sella syndrome occurs due to atrophy or compression, and ultimately destruction of the _____ gland

Combined contraceptives are contraindicated in patients with increased risk for _____ disease

What demographic of people are at risk for Tinea (ringworm) infections?_____

SLE is characterized by _____ levels of C3 and C4

Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura is associated with elevated serum _____

Nitrates may be used to treat _____ angina, which is characterized by vasospasm

What acid-base disorder may be seen with Bartter syndrome? _____

Does rheumatoid arthritis present with symmetric or asymmetric joint involvement? _____

Patients with nephrotic syndrome are especially vulnerable to _____ infections

Obesity hypoventilation (Pickwickian) syndrome is characterized by _____ Paco2 during waking hours