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Primary and Secondary Causes of Hypertension - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
Primary (Essential) (95%) - Onset between age
Primary and Secondary ... Algorithm Primary ... taken at home, work ... • Obstructive Sleep ... excess (Cushing syndrome
Causes of Secondary Hypertension - Workup and Differential Diagnosis
Approach (when evaluation should be done):
1. Severe or
Causes of Secondary ... Workup and Differential ... and signs of end-organ ... Vasculitis • Endocrinologic ... Obstructive sleep
Major neurocognitive disorders (MNCD): Diagnosis and workup 

1) Clinical diagnosis Cognitive impairment + loss of autonomy
2)
and workup ... Aphaso-apraxo-agnosia syndrome ... (parkinsonian signs ... Behavioral changes, sleep ... #Diagnosis #Geriatrics
Approach to Thyroid Function Tests in the Evaluation of Hyperthyroidism
 • Low TSH, Low normal T4
Hyperthyroidism: Work-up ... critical illness, and ... Hyperthyroidism → Signs ... T3 → Central (secondary ... #diagnosis #endocrinology
Abnormal liver function tests algorithm.
 This figure details the initial response to abnormal liver blood tests.
tests algorithm ... clinical symptoms/signs ... urgent referral to secondary ... presence of metabolic syndrome ... the decision for
Cushing's Syndrome - Hypercortisolism - Diagnosis and Clinical Features
1) Skin
 • Thin, easily bruisable skin with
Cushing's Syndrome ... lethargy, depression, sleep ... hypertension (90% ... #signs #symptoms ... #endocrinology
Newborn Infant - Routine Examination

Birthweight, gestational age and birthweight percentile are noted.
General observation Of the baby's
is also a late sign ... If abnormal, this ... beats/min during sleep ... Examination #Peds #Pediatrics ... #Diagnosis