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Oncology Flashcards

1
Q

Radicular pain in the spine makes you think

A

Spinal cord compression due to a tumour

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2
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If you suspect spinal cord compression,what urgent investigation do you require

A

MRI scan

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3
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Immediate treatment of choice for spinal cord compression

A

Dexamethasone 16mg

This reduces the oedema around the spinal cord

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4
Q

Which is better treatment in spinal cord compression?

  • chemotherapy
  • radiotherapy
A

Radiotherapy

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5
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Describe the pain felt in spinal cord compression

A 
Radicular pain 
Pain worsened when lying flat 
Weight bearing pain 
Pain worsened by coughing and sneezing 
Pain relieved by sitting
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6
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What should be co-prescribed with steroids eg dexamethasone?

A

PPI

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