Cardiology — Flashcards

What is the typical underlying etiology of acromegaly? _____

What is the recommended primary prophylaxis against Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) for HIV patients with CD4 count < 50/mm³? _____

Suspected pleural effusion is managed with _____

Hint: next step

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

Anti-topoisomerase antibodies are seen in _____

Hint: diagnosis

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

Hint: Thyroiditis/Graves or Goiter

Primary CNS lymphoma and diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) are strongly associated with _____.

Ventricular aneurysm is a an early complication of myocardial infarction _____

Hint: T/F

Stroke ≤ 4.5 hrs = _____ stroke > 4.5 hrs = _____

Hint: drug

Mucosal neuromas and marfanoid body habitus = MEN _____ due to mutations in the RET gene