ATRA—short for all-trans retinoic acid—is an important component of initial treatment of acute promyelocytic leukemia (APML). This article demonstrates the specific benefit of using this medication along with chemotherapy. Things to think about while digging into this article: How is…
Determine AKI on CKD vs CKD AKI: Cr > 0.3 BL in 48hrs, >1.5x BL in 7 days, UO dec by 3cc/kg over 6hrs CKD: GFR 60-90 AND evidence kidney dysfunction, or GFR <60 Before consulting renal get UA, urine…
Today's morning report case focused on a patient with poorly controlled diabetes who presented with non-productive cough for several months and was found to have a large RUL heterogeneous consolidation secondary to pulmonary Cryptococcosis. Take a look at some of…
In today's morning report, Dr. Gold presented a case of gum bleeding and fatigue in a young patient who was ultimately found to have severe thrombocytopenia secondary to ITP. Some pearls: There are lots of reasons to have low platelets,…
Thanks to future chief Dr. Hossain for a great learning case of a patient with pancytopenia secondary to pernicious anemia resulting in vitamin B12 deficiency. Key learning points: Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) is needed in the formation of hematopoietic cells. Deficiency…
Thanks to one of our chiefs Dr. Le for a great overview of an intern's approach to coronary artery disease. Please check out the PowerPoint presentation for some great learning points.