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What complications should we be aware of with common chemotherapy agents for hematologic malignancies?

Source: Scholes, Melissa
common chemotherapy agents ... for hematologic ... complications #hematology
Approach to Thrombocytosis - Elevated Platelet Count - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm

Peripheral Smear concerning for malignancy?
→ Refer to hematology ... • Nonmalignant hematologic ... myelosuppressive agents ... Diagnosis #Algorithm #hematology
Anticoagulants Common Reversal Agents
 - Warfarin (Coumadin) → Vitamin K (Phytonadione), 4-factor PCC (Kcentra)
 - Heparin/LMWH
Common Reversal Agents ... #pharmacology #hematology
Differential Diagnosis for Hemolytic Anemia
Intrinsic Causes:
 • Enzyme deficiencies ex. G6PD, pyruvate kinase 
 • Hemoglobinopathies
Malaria • Oxygen agents ... nitrates • Other agents ... classification #hematology
4T Score for Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia

Interpretation of the 4T score:
0-3 points:  Low probability (<<1%)
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with non-heparin agent ... a non-heparin agent ... Diagnosis #Criteria #Hematology
Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MD) - Diagnosis and Management Summary
myelo (marrow) -dys- (abnormal) -plastic (shape) = funny-shaped cells
Hypomethylating agents ... Management #treatment #hematology
DOAC: Cheat Sheet - Atrial Fibrillation, VTE Prophylaxis, VTE and Renal Dosing

Renal Dosing:
Apixaban (25% renal clearance):
recommend alternative agent ... Anticoagulation #Hematology
Quick Guide to Reversing Antiplatelet and Antithrombotic Therapy
Aspirin, Clopidogrel, Prasugrel, Ticagrelor, Abciximab, Tirofiban, Eptifibatide, Unfractionated Heparin,
anticoagulation #agents ... #hematology
Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) - Summary
Overview: 
 • Most common leukemia in adults
 • Disorder of
) • Treatment Agents ... 1) Alkylating agents ... Leukemia #oncology #hematology
Medications to Avoid in Patients with G6PD Deficiency Due to Risk of Hemolysis
 - Chloroquine (Aralen)*
- Antimalarial Agent ... Antimycobacterial Agent ... Non-steroidal Oral Agent ... - Antimalarial Agent ... #Pharmacology #Hematology