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Normal Haemoglobins

WEBEach haemoglobin molecule is made up of 2 pairs of chains. Each pair of chains originates from a set of globin genes on chromosomes 16 and 11. Normal Adult Haemoglobins. …

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LearnHaem Haematology Made Simple

WEBLearnHaem was created to be a free resource of haematology slides and content to help young doctors and medical students learn key haematology topics and prepare for the …

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Normal Erythropoiesis

WEBNormal Erythropoiesis. Erythropoiesis refers to the process by which red blood cells, which carry haemoglobin, are generated. It occurs at a constant rate during normal health, …

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Approach to Anaemia

WEBAnaemia is defined by the World Health Organisation as a haemoglobin of <13.0g/dL for men and <12.0g/dL for women. However, this definition was mainly put in place for …

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Approach to Palpitations

WEBFBC to look for anaemia, signs of infection. Electrolytes as electrolyte imbalance may precipitate palpitations. Thyroid function tests. 24 hours urine …

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Brown-Sequard Syndrome

WEBMRCP PACES Cord Syndromes Brown-Sequard Syndrome. Hemisection of the cord affecting the corticospinal, dorsal column and spinothalamic tracts. Unlike most …

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Hereditary Haemorrhagic Telangiectasia (Osler-Weber-Rendu)

WEBAutosomal dominant vascular disorder; Characterized by mucocutaneous bleeding and arteriovenous malformations; Clinical manifestations. Family history: first …

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Atrial Septal Defect

WEB80% of ASDs. Results from poor growth of the septum secundum or excessive absorption of septum primum. In rare instances, may have partial anomalous pulmonary venous …

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Non-Haematopoietic

WEBNon-Haematopoietic Cells in the Bone Marrow. Non-hematopoietic cells may be found in the bone marrow. These are commonly metastatic in nature. Carcinoma of the breast is …

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Bilateral Enlarged Kidneys

WEBPKD1 is associated with earlier progression to ESRF. Diagnostic (Ravine’s) criteria: Ultrasound of kidneys recommended from age of 20. Age 20-40: at least 3 unilateral or …

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The Mental Capacity Act and LPAs

WEBMRCP PACES The Mental Capacity Act and LPAs. The Mental Capacity Act defines the capacity to make decisions as: The ability to understand information related …

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Approach to Headache

WEBStreptococcus pneumoniae or TB meningitis: dexamethasone 0.15mg/kg 6H. Migraine. Acute: NSAIDS with tryptans. Prophylaxis: propranolol or topiramate. When to …

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The Mental Health (Care and Treatment) Act

WEBThe Mental Health Act allows a person to be admitted and detained in a psychiatric institution for a specified period of time. It is the duty of every police officer to …

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