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Leukostasis vs Tumor Lysis Syndrome
Leukostasis:
 • Pathophysiology: Large, immature blasts and high WBC count cause hyperviscosity
Syndrome Leukostasis ... values: Elevated K, ... unless worrisome EKG ... #diagnosis #management ... #hematology
Hyperkalemia - Diagnosis and Management - GrepMed Handbook

S/Sx: Most pts asymptomatic. Weakness, cramping, nausea, paresthesias, palpitations,
, Saline infusion ... Acidosis, Cell Lysis ... draw, ↑↑Plts or ↑↑WBC ... heparinized tube) • ECG ... acidosis), CK+LDH (lysis