Tag: wellness
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Abdominal Emergencies
Abdominal pain stands as a prevalent concern among oncology patients, manifesting either as an indicator of a newly developed intra-abdominal malignancy or as an adverse effect of ongoing therapeutic interventions. The complexity of diagnosing abdominal pain in patients undergoing cancer treatment is underscored by a wide differential diagnosis, necessitating a comprehensive approach that includes a…
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Superior Mediastinum Syndrome
Children presenting with an anterior mediastinal mass pose a significant haemato-oncological emergency. This subset of patients is at risk of encountering severe and potentially life-threatening complications either upon presentation or during sedation/general anaesthesia. These complications typically arise due to extrinsic compression of the airway, obstruction of venous return, or impediment to cardiac output. Fortunately, with…