Acute oncology Flashcards

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Management of hypercalcaemia (bone-mets induced)

A
  1. IV fluids over 24 hours (4L)
  2. IV Bisphosphonates
  3. Calcitonin
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______ is the first line bisphosphonate for hypercalcaemia and is given as _______

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Zolendronic acid

- Short IV infusion, 15 mins

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