Tumour Lysis Syndrome Flashcards
1
Q
Symptoms/result
A
Cardiac arrhythmias, AKI, siezures
2
Q
Blood Abnormality
A
Hyperphosphataemia, hypocalcaemia, hyperkalaemia and hyperuricaemia.
3
Q
Which cancer
A
ALL, high grade lymphoma.
4
Q
Management
A
Aggressive hydration, rasburicase which changes uric acid to it can be excreted by kidneys more easily.
Back up: Allopurinol
