Synonyms: CRPS, Sudeck’s atrophy, Reflex sympathetic dystrophy, RSD, Causalgia Chronic regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a neuropathic pain syndrome that involves both peripheral and central…
Explore more Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) : Budapest Criteria
What investigations to order for synovial fluid sample? Mnemonic: 5 Cs Chemistry (pH, LDH, glucose, protein) Cell counts Cytology Culture Crystals Interpretation of synovial fluid…
Explore more Synovial Fluid Analysis – Made Easy
Contains concise management of following conditions with flowcharts, tables and figures. This handbook can be helpful for medical students posted in Emergency room or Internal…
Explore more Respiratory Emergencies
Coronaviridae, one of the families of viruses which are known to cause diseases in mammals and birds ranging from the common cold to Severe Acute…
Explore more Novel Coronavirus Disease (CoViD-19) – “An Old Family with a New Disease”
Murmur is a low, indistinct sound. In terms of medicine, it is the sound produced due to turbulent flow within the heart and great vessels.…
Explore more Heart Sounds – Murmurs
YELLOW NAILS N: Non pitting Lymphedema A: Autoimmune disorders (thyroiditis, rheumatoid arthritis) I: Infections (Pneumonia, AIDS) L: Lung disorders (pleural effusions and bronchiectasis) S: Serious: Malignancy…
Explore more Few Etiology Mnemonics
FALLS – indications for CT BRAIN A: Age > 65, Amnesia > 30 minutes before impact B: Bringing up = vomiting > 1 (once) C:…
Explore more Some Neurology Mnemonics
INFECTIVE ENDOCARDITIS INDICATIONS FOR SURGERY A: Aortic valve, Annular Abscess B: Block (heart block), Bacteremia (persistent) C: Complications, CCF D: Destructive penetrating lesion E: Emboli F: Fever…
Explore more Cardiology Mnemonics