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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
Common physical examination findings of tumor lysis syndrome include [[edema]], cardiac [[arrhythmia]], and [[tetany]]. | Common physical examination findings of tumor lysis syndrome include fever, tachycardia, [[edema]], cardiac [[arrhythmia]], and [[tetany]]. | ||
==Physical Examination== | ==Physical Examination== |
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Mohamad Alkateb, MBBCh [2] Nazia Fuad M.D.
Overview
Common physical examination findings of tumor lysis syndrome include fever, tachycardia, edema, cardiac arrhythmia, and tetany.
Physical Examination
Common physical examination findings of tumor lysis syndrome include:[1]
Appearance of the patient
The general appearance of the patient depends on the severity and the cause of tumor lysis syndrome. The patient may be confused, and may appear anxious and may have difficulty breathing.
Vital signs
Skin
Lungs
- Rales
- Dyspnea
- Distant breath sounds
- Bronchospasm
Abdomen
- Flank tenderness
- Distention
Extremities
Eye
- Iritis
Neurologic
- Altered mental status
- Confusion
- Delirium
- Seizures
- Paresthesia
References
- ↑ Cairo MS, Bishop M (2004). "Tumour lysis syndrome: new therapeutic strategies and classification". Br J Haematol. 127 (1): 3–11. doi:10.1111/j.1365-2141.2004.05094.x. PMID 15384972.