tumour lysis Flashcards
1
Q
aetiology?
A
comes as a result of treatment with chemo
cell lysis leads to release of cell content into blood
2
Q
presentation ?
A
similar to an acute kidney injury??
3
Q
what will bloods show?
A
High PO4
High K+
High urate
Low Ca
Acidosis
4
Q
how to treat TLS?
A
Fluid resus
treat electrolyte abnormalities;
High PO4 - phosphate binders
High K+ - insulin/glucose, ca gluconate
High urate - allopurinol
Low Ca - correct phosphate
