MSK and rheumatology Flashcards

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what is a common laboratory finding in Paget’s disease of the bone

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Raised ALP

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give 4 features of ankylosing spondylitis on radiograph

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Sacroilitis : subchondral erosions , sclerosis
squaring of lumbar vertebrae
bamboo spine
syndesmophytes : ossification of outer fibers of annulus fibrosus

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sign of Ankylosing spondylitis on chest xray

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Apical fibrosis

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what’s the imaging of choice in Osteomyelitis ?

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MRI of affected leg and hip

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most common cause of septic arthritis in sexually active adults

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Neisseria Gonorrhoea

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first line investigation for suspected septic arthritis

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Synovial fluid sampling

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what is an adverse effect of hydrochloroquine

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Bulls eye retinopathy - leading to severe and permanent visual loss

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most common cause of discitis

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Staph. Aureus

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how do Gottron’s papules present ? what condition is it present in ?

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Roughened red papules over extensor surfaces of fingers. Dermatomyositis

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what is the key investigation in patients with suspected septic arthritis

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Synovial fluid sampling

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what haematological findings are seen in APL

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thrombocytopenia
prolonged APTT

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which antibody is +ve in APL

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Anti cardiolipin antibody

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APL syndrome presents with which dermatological finding

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Livedo Reticularis

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what type of reaction is anaphylaxis

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Type 1

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how is Reactive arthritis managed ( 1st line and 2nd line)

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Analgesia, NSAID’s , intra articular steroids

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which inflammatory marker is raised in Polymyalgia rheumatica

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ESR

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what is the management of Polymyalgia Rheumatica

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Prednisolone 15 mg / od

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what is the gold standard treatment of SLE

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Hydroxychloroquine

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which condition is polymyalgia rheumatica associated with ?

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Temporal arteritis

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what xray feature best supports the diagnosis of polymyalgia rheumatica

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Sacro-ilitis on Pelvic xray

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what is the first line management of ankylosing spondylitis

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exercise regimes and NSAID’s

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which antibody is specific and sensitive for Rheumatoid arthritis

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Anti cyclic citrullinated peptide

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what is the first line management of Raynaud’s

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Nifedipine

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give 5 early xray findings of RA

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Loss of joint space
Juxta-articular osteoporosis
Soft tissue swelling
periarticular erosion
Subluxation

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Achilles tendonitis can present with which condition
Ankylosing spondilytis
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give 3 xray findings seen in ankylosing spondylitis
Subchondral erosions sclerosis squaring of vertebrae
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which is the test for SLE with the highest sensitivity
ANA
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which are tests for SLE that are highly specific
anti-dsDNA Anti-smith
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why is the use of methotrexate and trimethoprim together contraindicated
it can lead to bone marrow suppression and severe or fatal Ppancytopaenia
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what is the management of methotrexate toxicity
folinic acid
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what are the instructions for a patient on consuming bisphosphonates
swallow tablets with water while sitting / standing on empty stomach 30 mins before breakfast and stay upright for 30 mins
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patients with Sjogren's syndrome have an increased risk of which malignancy
Lymphoid malignancy
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what is the initial management regime for RA
DMARD monotherapy + short course of bridging prednisolone
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how do you manage flares of RA
Corticosteroids ( oral /IM)
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most common causes of drug induced SLE
procainamide hydralazine
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give 3 less common causes of drug induced SLE
Isoniazid Minocycline Phenytoin
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which antibodies are positive in APL syndrome
anti-cardiolipin antibodies
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T score, what is normal, osteopenia, osteoporosis
> -1 = normal -1 to -2.5 = Osteopaenia < - 2.5 = osteoporosis
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what is the management when a diagnosis of temporal arteritis is suspected ?
urgent high dose glucocorticoids
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what is the most common ocular complication of temporal arteritis
anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy
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which tumour presents on radiograph with ''onion skin'' appearance ?
Ewing's sarcoma
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which is the most common primary malignant bone tumour
Osteosarcoma
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ewing's sarcoma most commonly affects which bones
pelvis + long bones
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give 2 features seen on xray in Osteosarcoma
Codman triangle sunburst pattern
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how does giant cell tumour present on xray
double bubble / soap bubble
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what is the most common benign bone tumour
Osteochondroma
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which scoring system is used as a disease measure of RA
DAS28
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''plantar spur'' and ''pencil in cup'' deformity are typical xray features seen in __________.
Psoriatic arthritis
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is psoriatic arthritis symmetrical or asymmetrical ?
Asymmetrical
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give 3 expected findings on examination of chest and spine in ankylosing spondylitis
reduced chest expansion reduced lateral flexion reduced forward flexion
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is azathioprine safe to use in pregnancy
yes
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which xray finding can be used to distinguish gout from pseudogout ?
pseudogout : chondrocalcinosis gout : no chondrocalcinosis
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how long do symptoms need to be present for a diagnosis of chronic fatigue syndrome to be made ?
3 months
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give 3 features of inflammatory arthritis
pain in the morning systemic features raised inflammatory markers
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_______ presents with pain and tenderness over the lateral side of the thigh
trochanteric bursitis
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how does meralgia paraesthetica present
compression of lateral cutaneous nerve of thigh with a burning sensation of antero-lateral aspect of thigh
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give 5 side effects of methotrexate
mucositis myelosuppression pneumonitis pulmonary fibrosis liver fibrosis
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what is the drug given to manage methotrexate toxicity
Folinic acid
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blue sclera is associated with _______
osteogenesis imperfecta
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how does pseudogout present under the microscope ?
weakly +ve bi-fringent rhomboid shaped crystals
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what is the imaging of choice for achilles tendon rupture
ultrasound
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what are the red flag features of suggesting an alternative diagnosis to osteoarthritis
rest pain night pain morning stiffness >2 hours
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which finger joints are more commonly affected in osteoarthritis
PIP DIPJ
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patients with ________ often get relief from shaking their hands
Carpal tunnel syndrome
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what are the red flags for lower back pain
age < 20, >50 history of previous malignancy night pain history of trauma systemically unwell ( weight loss and fever)
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what is the most appropriate investigation to confirm the diagnosis of ACL injury
MRI
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what is the most common PCL injury
Dashboard injury , occurs when knee is flexed
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ACL injury caused by hyperextension / flexion ?
Hyperextension
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what test can be performed to test for PCL damage
Posterior draw test
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which structure is divided in surgical management of carpal tunnel syndrome
flexor retinaculum
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prescribing folate with methotrexate reduces the risk of _________
Myelosuppression
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what is the most common form of hip dislocation
Posterior dislocation
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how does posterior dislocation of the hip present
affected leg is shortened, adducted and internally rotated
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how does anterior dislocation of the hip present
affected leg is abducted and externally rotated ; no leg shortening
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which type of back pain is a red flag symptom
thoracic back pain
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what is the investigation of choice for Cauda Equina syndrome ?
MRI Spine
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what is a late sign of cauda equina syndrome
Urinary incontinence
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in how many hours should a patient with suspected cauda equina receive an MRI
6 hours
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What type of injuries lead to meniscal tears?
Twisting injuries
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what test can be used to check for a meniscal tear
Thessaly's test
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which 2 arteries mainly supply the hip joint ?
medial and lateral circumflex femoral arteries
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damage to the medial circumflex femoral artery can lead to __________
Avascular necrosis of the femoral head
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which 3 nerves supply the hip joint
sciatic femoral and obturator nerves
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what is the classical sign of a hip fracture
shortened and externally rotated leg
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what is a key sign on x-ray of NOF Fracture
Shenton's line
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Biceps rupture may lead to a ----------- deformity in the middle of the upper arm
Popeye
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how are simple rib fractures managed ?
Conservative management with analgesia
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what is a serious complication of rib fracture
Pneumothorax
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what is the management of lumbar canal stenosis ?
Laminectomy
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what is the management of a displaced intracapsular fracture ?
Hemiarthroplasty
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cubital tunnel syndrome occurs due to the compression of which nerve ?
ulnar nerve
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what is the key feature of cubital tunnel syndrome?
Tingling and numbness of 4th and 5th finger, starting off as intermittent and then becoming constant.
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how does L5 disc prolapse present
loss of foot dorsiflexion and sensory loss on the dorsum of the foot
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how does S1 nerve root compression present ?
sensory loss posterolateral aspect of leg and lateral aspect of foot weakness in plantar flexion reduced ankle reflex
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What is the most common location for Ganglion ? how does it present ?
Dorsal aspect of the wrist. Presents as a firm and well circumbscribed mass that trans-illuminates
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how does a ganglion present
firm and well circumscribed mass that trans-illuminates
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In a child with an asymptomatic, fluctuant swelling behind the knee the most likely diagnosis
Baker's cyst
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which nerve is most likely to be injured during knee arthroplasty
common peroneal nerve
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what is raloxifene used for ? what is its mechanism ?
selective oestrogen receptor modulator and mimics the effect of oestrogen on bone - used for management of post menopausal osteoporosis inhibition of osteoclast activity
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what are the symptoms seen in in Behcet's syndrome?
oral ulcers genital ulcers anterior uveitis thrombophlebitis and DVT erythema nodosum
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what is Behcet's syndrome
It is a complex multisystem disorder associated with auto-immune mediated inflammation of arteries and veins
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How does Olecranon bursitis present?
Swelling of the posterior aspect of the elbow with associated pain warmth and erythema. Generally seen in middle aged male patients.
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how does lateral epicondylitis present ? What is it commonly known as?
pain and tenderness on the lateral epicondyle worse on resisted wrist extension with elbow extended or supination of forearm with elbow extended. tennis elbow
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How does Medial epicondylitis present ? What is it commonly known as?
Pain and tenderness localised to the medial epicondyle. aggravated by wrist flexion and pronation. numbness and tingling in the 4th and 5th finger due to ulnar involvement golfers elbow
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what is radial tunnel syndrome caused by and what are its features?
Compression of the posterior interosseous branch of radial nerve. Features include : features of lateral epicondylitis 4-5 cm distal to lateral epicondyle
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what is adhesive capsulitis commonly known as ? What condition is associated with? What are its features?
Frozen shoulder. Associated with diabetes mellitus. external rotation and active and passive movement affected.
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what motion is a meniscal tear caused by? What test is used in its diagnosis?
Caused by twisting of the knee. McMurray test positive
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what motion is ACL tear caused by? what test confirms it ?
Twisting of the knee. Amplified with positive draw test.
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what features of a humerus fracture would indicate an urgent need for surgery?
distal neurovascular deficit
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what can the co-prescription of azathioprine and allopurinol cause?
Bone marrow suppression
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what are the key features of polymyalgia rheumatica?
patients > 60 rapid onset aching morning stiffness in proximal limb muscles - no weakness
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what is the most common type of shoulder dislocation? What nerve is commonly injured?
Anterior shoulder dislocation Axillary nerve affected
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what antibodies are positive in Sjogren's syndrome?
RF ANA Anti Ro, Anti La
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what are the key features of spinal stenosis ? How is the diagnosis confirmed?
gradual onset of unilateral or bilateral leg pain, numbness and weakness which is worse on walking and resolves on sitting. Pain is also relieved by sitting down, leaning forwards and crouching down. MRI is needed to confirm diagnosis.
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what malignancies can dermatomyositis be associated with?
ovarian breast lung
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what are the skin features of dermatomyositis?
Photosensitivity Macular rash over the back and shoulder Heliotrope rash in periorbital region Gottron's papules : consisting of roughened red papules over the extensor surfaces of the fingers.
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what antibodies are positive in dermatomyositis
ANA Jo-1 - most specific
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what are the Ottawa ankle rules?
ankle x-ray needed if : Pain in malleolar zone and - 1. Inability to weight bear for 4 steps 2. Tenderness on distal tibia 3. Bone tenderness on distal fibula
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what is the management of ankle fractures :
Prompt reduction of fracture to remove pressure on overlying skin and subsequent necrosis. young patients usually require surgical repair with a compression plate elderly patients generally require conservative management
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how can you distinguish psoriatic arthritis from rheumatoid arthritis ?
Psoriatic arthritis presents with nail changes such as pitting and onycholysis
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what is the first line management of lower back pain - mechanical?
NSAID's ( paracetamol monotherapy ineffective)
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what is the most common mechanism of an ankle sprain?
Ankle inversion
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What do the T-score and Z-score in a DEXA scan represent?
T-Score : based on bone mass of young reference population Z-score : adjusted for age, gender and ethnic factors
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how does paget's disease of the bone present on xray?
mixed lytic and sclerotic lesions
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what are the features of Felty's syndrome?
splenomegaly neutropenia rheumatoid arthritis
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where does osteosarcoma most commonly present?
Metaphyseal region of long bones prior to epiphyseal closure.
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where does giant cell tumour most commonly occur?
Epiphyseas of long bones
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which antibodies are diffuse cutaneous systemic sclerosis associated with?
anti scl-70 antibodies
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what is a rheumatological drug that is safe to use in pregnancy?
Hydroxychloroquine
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what are the causes of avascular necrosis of the hip?
Long term steroid use chemotherapy alcohol trauma
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what are the cautions for sulfasalazine use?
G6PD deficiency allergy to aspirin / sulphonamides
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what are the adverse effects related to sulfasalazine
oligospermia Stevens Johnson syndrome pneumonitis/ fibrosis myelosuppression
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What are the features of Still's disease?
arthralgia elevate ferritin salmon pink maculopapular rash pyrexia lymphadenopathy
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What antibodies are present in Stills disease
RF, ANA
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How is Still's disease managed?
NSAID's steroids
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what are the most common site for stress fractures? where do they most commonly occur?
Metatarsals most commonly occur at the 2nd metatarsal shaft
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what are the risk factors for pseudogout?
Hemochromatosis Hyperparathyroidism acromegaly, Wilson's disease low magnesium, phosphate
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what is Ehler-Danlos syndrome? What are it's features and complications?
autosomal dominant connective tissue disorder mainly affecting type III collagen. Features include: elastic, fragile skin joint hypermobility and recurrent joint dislocation easy bruising complications include : Aortic regurgitation mitral valve prolapse aortic regurgitation SAH
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how are flares of RA managed?
Corticosteroids - oral /IM
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Children and young people with unexplained bone swelling or pain- ?
Very urgent direct access X-ray to assess for bone sarcoma
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what features are seen with ankylosing spondylitis
A's apical fibrosis anterior fibrosis aortic regurgitation achilles tendonitis AV node block amyloidosis
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what is the action of a statin ?
inhibition of HMG-CoA - rate limiting enzyme in hepatic chlolesterol control
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what is the most common cause of heel pain seen in adults ? Where is the pain worse? How is it manahed
plantar fasciitis - around medial calcaneal tuberosity management - rest feet where possible wear shoes with good support insoles and heel pads
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what is the first line medication for the management of Raynaud's
nifedipine
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what test is used in the diagnosis of sjogren's syndrome
Schirmers
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what type of medication is allopurinol
xanthine oxidase inhibitor
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what is the most severe and dangerous form of Ehler's Danlos syndrome?
Vascular Ehlers Danlos syndrome
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What syndrome, associated with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, occurs as a result of autonomic dysfunction and causes significant tachycardia on sitting or standing along with presyncope or syncope
postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome
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describe swan neck and boutonniere's
swan neck - hyperextended PIP and flexed DIP Boutonniere- hyperextended DIP and flexed PIP
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What medical emergency causing severe hypertension and renal failure can be caused by diffuse cutaneous systemic sclerosis?
Scleroderma renal crisis
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What condition typically causes self-limiting episodes of inflammatory arthritis, similar to rheumatoid arthritis, that last several days before completely resolving?
Palindromic rheumatism
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What is the major complication of giant cell arteritis?
permanent vision loss
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What test used in diagnosing Behçet's disease involves using a sterile needle to make multiple pricks on the forearm, then reviewed 24-48 hours later to look for erythema and induration?
pathergy test
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What is the most common and least severe type of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome?
hypermobile ehlers danlos syndrome
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What is the main presenting symptom of myositis?
gradual onset , symmetrical , proximal muscle weakness
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give 2 dermatological side effects of hydroxychloroquine
blue grey skin hair bleaching
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What scoring system can be used to assess for hypermobility and support a diagnosis of hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome?
Beighton score
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What skin changes are most associated with Kawasaki disease?
widespread erythematous maculopapular rash desquamation ( skin peeling) of palms and soles
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What term refers to inflammation of the points of insertion of tendons into bone, often seen in psoriatic arthritis?
enthesitis
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What scoring system for calculating the risk of a major osteoporotic fracture or hip fracture is preferred in the NICE guidelines? (1) What time frame does this score apply to? (1)
QFracture 10 years
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Which DMARD notably causes peripheral neuropathy
leflunomide
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What investigation is used to confirm a diagnosis of discoid lupus erythematosus? (1)
skin biopsy
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What nail signs may be seen in psoriatic arthritis?
nail pitting onycholysis - seperation of the nail from the nail bed
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What tool is used to screen for psoriatic arthritis in patients with psoriasis?
psoriasis epidemiological screening tool
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What rare bone-related side effects can occur with the use of bisphosphonates? (3)
atypical fractures- femoral osteonecrosis of the jaw osteonecrosis of the external auditory canal
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What simple blood test is used in the diagnosis of myositis?
CK
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What joint in the thumb is most often affected by osteoarthritis?
Carpometacarpal joint
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what is the definition of accelerated progression of kidney disease
Sustained decline in the eGFR within 1 year of either 25% or 15 ml/ min / 1.73 m2
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What oral medication may be used to stimulate tear and saliva production in patients with Sjögren's syndrome?
pilocarpine
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What pattern of skin colour changes is characteristically seen in patients with Raynaud’s phenomenon when exposed to a cold trigger, and why do these changes occur?
white - due to vasoconstriction then blue - cyanosis red - reperfusion and hyperaemia
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What are the characteristic presenting features of Behçet's disease?
recurrent oral ulcers genital ulcers
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What is the mechanism of action of adalimumab, infliximab and etanercept?
tumour necrosis factor inhibitors
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What special technique can help distinguish between idiopathic Raynaud’s and Raynaud’s secondary to systemic sclerosis?
nailfold capillaroscopy
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What class of medication often worsens the symptoms of Raynaud’s phenomenon?
beta blockers
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What is the usual medical treatment for Kawasaki disease?
aspirin and IV immunoglobulins
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explain t score
at the femoral neck the number of standard deviations that the patients bone mineral density is from an average health adult
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Which DMARD notably causes orange urine and a reduced sperm count?
sulfasalazine
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Which DMARDs are most harmful in pregnancy?
methotrexate leflunomide
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What test assesses spinal mobility, particularly where ankylosing spondylitis is suspected? (1) What reference points are marked in this test? (1) What cutoff when bending forwards suggests restriction in lumbar movement? (1)
Schober's test 10 cm above and 5 m below the L5 vertebrae less than 20 cm length between the reference marks suggests restriction
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What unusual pathogens may cause infection in a transplant patient taking immunosuppressants?
PCP CMV TB
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What gene is linked with Behçet's disease?
HLA B51
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Which DMARD notably causes retinal toxicity?
Hydroxychloroquine
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What are the key conditions associated with ankylosing spondylitis (5 As mnemonic)?
anterior uveitis aortic regurgitation av block apical lung fibrosis aocd
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What is the medical term for a bunion?
hallux valgus
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What term is used to describe the misaligned healing of a fracture?
malunion
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What resisted movements can be used to establish a diagnosis of trochanteric bursitis?
external rotation internal rotation abduction
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What are the three phases of frozen shoulder? (3) How long does each phase last on average? (1)
painful, stiff, thawing 6 month each
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Why would a bladder scan be indicated in a patient with back pain?
suspected cauda equina
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what test assesses duputrens contracture
table top
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What classification system can be used to describe fractures of the lateral malleolus of the ankle? (1) What bone is affected? (1) In relation to what important structure is the fracture described? (1) What is the significance of this structure in relation to the fracture? (1)
weber fibula distal syndesmosis between tibia and fibula fracture disprupts syndesmosis = surgery more liekly
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What investigation can be used to measure the pressure in a compartment?
needle manometry
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most common reason for total hip replacement revision.
Aseptic loosening - presenting with hip or groin region pain radiating down to the knee
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how does posterior dislocation of the hip present ?
typically presents acutely with a 'clunk', pain and inability to weight bear on examination there is internal rotation and shortening of the affected leg
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what is a sign of scaphoid fracture
pain on longitudinal compression of thumb
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where does the scaphoid get its blood supply from and what does interruption of this blood flow risk
dorsal carpal branch of the radial artery with disruption causing avascular necrosis of the scaphoid
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what are the signs of a scaphoid fracture
point of maximal tenderness over anatomical snuffbox pain elicited on longitudinal compression of the thumb tenderness of scaphoid tubercle pain on ulnar deviation of wrist
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Ivx done for scaphoid injury
plain film radiographs in AP and lateral views MRI definitive
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how is a scaphoid fracture managed
immobilisation with a futuro splint or standard below backslab
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how are undisplaced fractures of the scaphoid managed
cast for 6-8 weeks
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how are displaced scaphoid fractures managed
surgical fixation
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meniscal tear test
Thessaly's test - weight bearing at 20 degrees of knee flexion, patient supported by doctor, postive if pain on twisting knee
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what investigation is essential prior to commencing biologics
chest xray
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mx of scaphoid pole fractures
surgical fixation
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how does compartment syndrome present renally
raised myoglobin
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differentiate between direct and indirect injury of the patella
direct generally involves a blow or trauma to the front of the knee, generally an undisplaced crack indirect injury is generally is when the quadriceps forcefully contracts against a block to knee extension ( like when catching foot against solid object)
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investigations for patellar fracture
plain film radiograph generally AP anf lateral
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management of patellar fracture
undisplaced - if they have intact extensor mechanism then hinged knee brace for 6 weeks displaced - operative management with tension band wire, inter fragmentary screws etc
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distinguish between galeazzi and monteggia fracture
monteggia - ulnar fracture, foosh galaezzi - radial shaft fracture , reverse foosh
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management of temporal arteritis
no visual loss - high dose pred visual loss - IV methylpred continue even if normal biopsy due to skip lesions
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Osteochondritis dissecans
typically presents with knee pain after exercise, locking and 'clunking'
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spinal stenosis diagnosis
MRI
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feature suggesting primary raynaud's
young women
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key features of APL
anticardiolipin thrombocytopenia prolonged APTT
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causes of dupuytren's contracture
manual labour phenytoin treatment alcoholic liver disease diabetes DM
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tool used to assess hypermobility
Beighton score
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what is visual loss in temporal arteritis caused by
anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy
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how would you describe a club foot
inverted and plantar flexed foot which is not passively correctable
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what are the features of fat embolism
respiratory distress, altered mental status, and a rash.
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mx of fat embolism
fixation of long bone fractures
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anterior vs posterior dislocation
posterior : leg is shortened, adducted and internally rotated anterior : abducted and externally rotated with no leg shortening
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which lung condition are persons with marfans most likely to develop
pneumothorax
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which skin feature is behcets syndrome associated with
erythema nodosum
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management of rib fractures
conservative management with analgesia nerve block surgical fixation if fracture has failed to heal following 12 weeks of conservative mx
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how to distinguish between anterior cruciate ligament tear and medial meniscus tear
ACL = rapid joint swelling due to bleeding meniscal tear= gradual swelling
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Baker's cyst
develop in patients with arthritis or gout following minor trauma to the knee
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which meds should be considered in all housebound patients
vitamin D
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squaring of the thumb suggests ?
osteoarthritis
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marfans is characterised by a deficiency of
fibrillin
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how is APL managed
primary - low dose aspirin secondary - lifelong warfarin
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anterior and posterior shoulder dislocation
anterior - FOOSH posterior - seizures and electrical shock
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which is the main immunoglobulin found in breast milk
IgA
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what is the management of subluxation of the radial head
analgesia passive supination of the elbow joint while elbow is flexed up to 90 degrees
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summary of osteogenesis imperfects
brittle bone disease autosomal dominant childhood- fractures following minor trauma, blue sclera, deafness and dental problems calcium, phosphate , pth and alp generally normal
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features of osteosarcoma
Codman's triangle most common sunburst pattern
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management of shoulder dislocation
recent dislocation = attempt reduction without analgesia or sedation
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Ant synthetase syndrome
Anti Jo1 myositis ILD thickened and cracked skin Raynaud's
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most common causes of drug induced SLE
procainamide hydralazine isoniazid minocycline phenytoin
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C8 radiculopathy
weak flexion of all digits including the thumb
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features of cauda equina
lower back pain bilateral sciatica decreased anal tone
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Anterior ischemic optic neuropathy
swollen pale disc and blurred margins
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virchows triad
stasis hypercoagulability endothelial damage
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signs of central disc prolapse
weakness urinary retention incontinence peri-anal sensory loss reduced anal tone
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HLA type associated with RA
HLA DR4/DR1
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surgical management of carpal tunnel syndrome
decompression studies : division of the flexor retinaculum
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ulnar nerve entrapment
Numbness and paraesthesia of the ulnar half of the ring finger and the little finger
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survival rate of osteosarcoma
55% 5 year survival
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froment's sign
Froment's sign - present in carpal tunnel syndrome : flexion of PIP while grasping a piece of paper between thumb and index
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radiological signs of avascular necrosis of the femoral head
none initially sclerosis and otolysis fractures, flattening of femoral head joint space narrowing
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mx of hip dislocation
Reduction under general anaesthesia within 4 hours = reduces risk of avascular necrosis
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ottawa knee rules
Age 55 / more Patellar head tenderness Fibular head tenderness Can't flex knee Can't weight bear
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