ONCOLOGY Flashcards
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Tumour Lysis Syndrome
What 3 products does Tumour Lysis Syndrome lead to an increase in which can cause life-threatening arrythimias?
A
Tumour Lysis Syndrome: serious metabolid disorder caused by rapid death of tumour cells in response to chemo:
Increase in serum URATE, POTASSIUM. PHOSPHATE, DECREASED CALCIUM- can cause hyperkalaemia
2
Q
For nausea and vomiting associated with intracranial disease, what is the recommended first line anti-emetic?
A
IV Cyclizine 50mg-convert to oral when possible
