Tumor lysis syndrome (TLS) - Pathophysiology:
→ Massive tumor cell lysis
→ Release of large amounts of K+, phosphate, and uric acid
→ Usually after initiating cytotoxic therapy of ALL, AML, NHL
→ AKI can result from deposition of uric acid and /or calcium phosphate crystals

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Dr. Gerald Diaz @GeraldMD · 4 years ago
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