The INICET tends to blend image-based questions with clinical vignettes, emphasizing practical application over rote learning. Clinical reasoning, such as interpreting lab values or recognizing syndromes from case scenarios, is prioritized. Also, several questions in the last few papers have integrated basic sciences like pathology and microbiology into clinical contexts, so revisiting integrated concepts may giveRead More
Fibrinolytic agents should be given with 30 minutes of arrival to non-PCI capable hospital where transport to PCI capable hospital is not possible or has delay beyond 120 minutes Current recommended regimen is tPA 15 mg bolus followed by 50 mg Intravenously over 30 minutes and 35 mg over the next 30 minutes. In contrast tenecteplaseRead More
#NEETPG #NEETSS #USMLE 2 min read Multifocal Atrial Tachycardia: A Diagnostic and Therapeutic Challenge Multifocal atrial tachycardia (MAT) presents a unique challenge for clinicians. Its variable presentation, non-specific symptoms, and potential for mimicking other arrhythmias necessitate a high index of suspicion and a nuanced approach to diagnosis and management. Clinical Presentation: While some patients with MATRead More
#NEETSS #CARDIOLOGY #MEDICINELECTURES 2 min read The revised Mayo Clinic criteria for Takotsubo cardiomyopathy were developed to improve the accuracy of diagnosing this condition. These criteria were proposed by Mayo Clinic researchers and have been widely adopted in clinical practice. The revised Mayo Clinic criteria for TTCM include: Transient Hypokinesis, Akinesis, or Dyskinesis of theRead More
#NEETPG #INICET #FMG #MCISCREENING #MARWAHMEDICINE #PREPLADDERMEDICINE 2 min read Telegram link: https://t.me/realmarwahmedicine Mnemonic to remember the key features of Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis (ABPA): “SPADE.” S: Serum Ig E elevation > 1000 IU/ml is a hallmark feature of ABPA due to allergic sensitization to Aspergillus. Alternatively Skin test reactivity can be used for diagnosis confirmation. P: PulmonaryRead More
#NEETPG #INICET #FMG #MCISCREENING #MARWAHMEDICINE #PREPLADDERMEDICINE Churg-Strauss syndrome, also known as eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA), has peripheral eosinophilia and pulmonary eosinophilia with infiltrates on CXR. The characteristic feature of this disease is Eosinophilic vasculitis which is not seen in other diseases of lungs which have eosinophilia. A mnemonic to remember Churg-Strauss syndrome is: “CHARM”: CRead More
#NEETPG #INICET #FMG #MCISCREENING #MARWAHMEDICINE #PREPLADDERMEDICINE Here is a Quick mnemonic to remember the features of Hypersensitivity pneumonitis is: FARMER’S LUNG 4 F – Fever and Breathing problems A – Acute onset on exposure to grain, Moldy hay and Silage which harbor Thermophilic Actinomycetes R – Respiratory symptoms (cough, dyspnea and Clubbing is seen too MRead More
2min read #NEETPG #INICET #NEXTEXAM #FMGEXAM Unfortunately, it could be diagnosed very late and caused this irreparable trauma to the Bhatnagar family. Our condolences to the family. The young actress played role of young Babita Phogat in movie Dangal. Here is a quick revision of Contributors of mortality in Dermatomyositis for medical professionals. Some of theRead More
2 min read #NEETPG #INICET #FMGE #DRMARWAHLIVE Broken heart syndrome, also known as stress-induced cardiomyopathy or Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, is a condition where intense emotional or physical stress can cause sudden and severe heart muscle weakness or dysfunction. This condition can mimic a heart attack with symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, and irregular heartbeats,Read More
2min read #NEETPG #INICET #FMG #FMGMCIEXAM #MEDICINEVIDEOLECTURES #RAPIDREVISIONMEDICINE #NEETSS Notice the irregular RR interval with absence of P waves which is characteristic feature of Atrial fibrillation. You can differentiate from multifocal atrial tachycardia which has >3 morphology of P waves present. Common causes of Atrial fibrillation: ABCD- OT Age: 60 years old Blood Pressure high /HypertensionRead More