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Treatment algorithm for malignancy-associated hypercalcemia.
Hypercalcemia
 - Renal Failure → Dialysis with low Ca++ bath
Aggressive IV hydration
Treatment algorithm ... for malignancy-associated ... Calcitonin Refractory Cases ... #Treatment #algorithm ... #management #endocrinology
Patient risk stratification algorithm for the treatment of cancer-associated thrombosis.

Currently, edoxaban and rivaroxaban are the only
stratification algorithm ... for the treatment ... of cancer-associated ... for appropriate dosing ... #DOAC #VTE #Malignancy
Hyperthyroidism Overview

Clinical Manifestation of Hyperthyroidism:
 • Fatigue
 • Weight loss
 • Heat intolerance
 • Depression, nervousness
Thyrotoxicosis associated ... ↑ AST/ALT • Treatment ... tenderness Treatment ... hyperthyroidism #causes ... #differential #endocrinology
Management of Hyponatremia
Hypertonic Saline - Only indicated if patient has severe symptoms + Na < 125
Give
about adding Tolvaptan ... SIADH — look for cause ... give specific treatment ... Hyponatremia #Management #algorithm ... #treatment #sodium
Dysphagia - Differential Diagnosis Framework

Symptom | Diagnosis
• Solid-food dysphagia present for months to years | Mechanical
• Coughing • Choking ... Cervical osteophytes, malignancy ... patient • Dysphagia associated ... disorder → EGD Treatment ... the underlying cause
Quick Guide: Buprenorphine Initiation Algorithm
Adjunctive meds: 
The following can be prescribed PRN for symptoms of withdrawal
q 6 hours PRN nausea ... hold additional dosing ... Hospital Opioid Use Treatment ... #Treatment #Management ... Opiate #Start #Prescribing