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Hypercalcemia - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
Elevated PTH (High or normal):
 • Primary Hyperparathyroidism
 • Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia
Low
Differential Diagnosis Algorithm ... Tumors: Lung, SCC, renal ... , Bladder, Breast ... Differential #Diagnosis #Algorithm ... #causes #endocrinology
The rationale for aggressive treatment of generalized status epilepticus was described previously here.  In short,
In short, best outcomes ... rapid seizure control ... aspiration, hyperkalemia ... #Management #Neurology ... Refractory #Seizures #Algorithm
Shock Overview
A state of tissue hypoxia due to decreased or dysregulated oxygen delivery or extraction, resulting
Neuro: altered mental ... depressed) • Renal ... wet (dependent areas ... Classification #diagnosis #management ... #differential #causes
Shock Overview
A state of tissue hypoxia due to decreased or dysregulated oxygen delivery or extraction, resulting
Neuro: altered mental ... depressed) • Renal ... wet (dependent areas ... Classification #diagnosis #management ... #differential #causes
Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome (PRES) Overview

Clinico-Radiological Syndrome, characterized by:
 • Headache
 • Seizures
 • Altered mental
Blood transfusion, Hypercalcemia ... the underlying cause ... • Seizures: Treat ... with AEDs until cause ... Syndrome #diagnosis #management
Management of Pruritus in Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease
Pruritus with no primary lesions - differential diagnosis:
diagnosis: • Renal ... of Dry Skin – General ... wool, over itchy areas ... scratch the itchy areas ... Pruritus #Treatment #Algorithm