Calcium channel blockers
Mechanism of Action: Clinical Uses: Adverse Effects: Contraindications: Key Points:
CardioQuiz 1
A 15-year-old male develops severe cardiomyopathy after contracting an infective myocarditis from the Coxsackie virus, leading to his placement on the cardiac transplant list. Two weeks post-transplantation from a matched donor, he experiences dyspnea upon exertion. Extensive evaluation, including cardiac catheterization and endomyocardial biopsy, is conducted. Which of the following findings best indicates acute graft … Read more
Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a skeletal condition characterized by:
Loss of bone mineral density (BMD).
Decreased bone strength.
Increased susceptibility to fractures.
Hyperparathyroidism
Introduction Hyperparathyroidism (HPT): Primary Hyperparathyroidism (pHPT): Secondary Hyperparathyroidism (sHPT): Tertiary Hyperparathyroidism (tHPT): Diagnostics and Classification: Treatment: Primary Hyperparathyroidism: Epidemiology: Etiology: Pathophysiology: PTH effect In the kidneys: PTH leads to increased phosphate excretion, a phenomenon known as phosphaturia. Clinical Features: Cardiovascular System: Urinary Tract: Musculoskeletal System: Digestive Tract: Psychological Symptoms: Diagnostics: Laboratory Studies: Routine … Read more
Osteomalacia preeminent and foremost characteristics Introduction Etiology Clinical features diagnostics and Treatment
Osteomalacia Introduction Etiology Clinical features diagnostics and Treatment
Migraine symptoms Introduction Etiology Clinical features diagnosis and Treatment a life enhancement
Migraine symptoms Introduction Etiology Clinical features diagnosis and Treatment a life enhancement
Achalasia Definition Etiology Clinical features diagnosis Treatments and Management
Achalasia Introduction Etiology Clinical features diagnostics Treatment and Management
Medicine (Block 1) MCQ 8/40
In which of the following conditions is splenectomy typically NOT recommended as a primary treatment option: A. Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpuraB. Congenital spherocytosisC. Autoimmune haemolytic anemiaD. Vascular purpuraE. Hypersplenism Answer: D. Vascular purpura Explanation: Splenectomy is recommended in various medical conditions when other treatments have failed or when it is deemed necessary to address the underlying … Read more
Medicine (Block 1) MCQ 7/40
A 12-year-old child has been experiencing a persistent dry cough and fever for four weeks. A chest X-ray reveals hilar lymphadenopathy on the right side and consolidation of the right middle lobe. Which of the following conditions is the most likely diagnosis in this case? A. Pneumococcal pneumonia B. Benign tumor of the right bronchus … Read more
Medicine (Block 1) MCQ 6/40
Five persons have the following fasting blood sugar levels in a blood sugar camp. Which of the following report is to be considered normal: A. 90 mg/diB. 120 mg/dlC. 130 mg/diD. 49 mg/dlE. 52 mg/dl Answer: A The normal range for fasting blood sugar levels can vary slightly depending on the lab and specific guidelines … Read more