Rheumatology & Haematology — Flashcards

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

The most effective management of superior vena cava obstruction is _____

The most common symptom from a herniated disc is _____

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

What physical examination can test for herniated disc? _____

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

Hint: Surgical

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

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

Hint: Medication

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

Hint: what investigation?

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