6 results
Differentiation Syndrome in APML
Epidemiology:
 • Incidence: common in APL (2-48% depending on the study)
 • Triggers:
HoTN, edema and effusions ... sepsis), PE, DAH, CHF ... organ dysfuxtion, ICU ... #management #hematology ... #oncology
Hyperkalemia - Diagnosis and Management - GrepMed Handbook

S/Sx: Most pts asymptomatic. Weakness, cramping, nausea, paresthesias, palpitations,
, Saline infusion ... Na delivery): CHF ... reabsorption) Workup ... Cortisol+ACTH stim test ... #Management #Treatment
It is important to recognize Acute Decompensated Heart Failure (ADHF) as more than just simply a
to be in ADHF starts ... importantly, bedside ultrasound ... #algorithm #management ... #heartfailure #chf ... #criticalcare #icu
The crusade against “Ab”Normal Saline continues.  This is a non-physiologic fluid that can harm our
is dominated by K+ ... both work together ... blood flow and perfusion ... #criticalcare #management ... #diagnosis #treatment
Summary of Oncologic Emergencies

Neutropenic fever:
- Fever + ANC < 500 → start cefepime ± vancomycin (if
full infectious work-up ... days → add fungal work-up ... changes: high K, ... , SOB, pleural effusions ... #HemeOnc #Diagnosis
Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS)

What?
Myelodysplastic syndromes are a group of disorders caused by blood cells that are poorly
formed or don’t work ... Pinpoint-sized red spots ... Significance (ICUS ... Myelodysplastic #Syndromes #diagnosis ... #hematology #oncology