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Aortic Dissection Pearls
Aortic dissection is caused by a tear in the tunica intima, the innermost layer
is caused by a ... Examine for: • Pulse ... deficit • Shock Treatment ... #Dissection #diagnosis ... #management #vascular
Leukostasis vs Tumor Lysis Syndrome
Leukostasis:
 • Pathophysiology: Large, immature blasts and high WBC count cause hyperviscosity
high WBC count cause ... organ damage • Treatment ... tetany/cramps, syncope ... Syndrome #TLS #diagnosis ... #management #hematology
Giant cell arteritis (GCA)

Giant cell arteritis (GCA) definition: Most common systemic inflammatory vasculitis in older adults
those coming off aorta ... of the steroid treatment ... Treatment of GCA ... required +/- prompt ophthalmology ... #Management
Pyoderma Gangrenosum (PG)
50 M Crohn’s dz had a small pustule on the ankle 4 mo ago
Diagnosis? ... Management of PG ... painful: Can use IV pulse ... PG secondary treatment ... clinical #photo #dermatology
Anti-NXP-2 Dermatomyositis

What?
DM with generalized subcutaneous edema
Pts have more myalgias, more severe weakness, and an increased prevalence
Muscle atrophy may cause ... positive patients Treatment ... ill patients, pulse ... #management #rheumatology ... #dermatology