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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.

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Skin

Lungs

Abdomen

  • Flank tenderness
  • Distention

Extremities

Eye

  • Iritis

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References

  1. 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.

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