K Sai Harshitha

 Bimonthly blended assessment - August 2021

25 August 2021

Name: K Sai Harshitha

Batch: 2019 (3rd sem) 

I have been given the following assignment to analyze , and review, in an attempt to understand the topic of 'Patient clinical  data analysis' to develop my competency in reading and to comprehending clinical data including history, clinical findings, investigations and diagnosis.

This is the link of questions asked in the bimonthly assignment:

https://medicinedepartment.blogspot.com/2021/08/medicine-paper-for-aug-2021-bimonthly.html?m=1

QUESTION 1

https://2018-21batchpgy3gmpracticals.blogspot.com/2021/08/18100006003-case-presentations.html?m=1

Please go through the long and short cases in the first link shared above and provide your critical appraisal of the captured data in terms of completeness, correctness and ability to provide useful leads to analyze the diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties around the cases shared.

First case : A case of acute glomerulonephritis , due to sec. amyloidosis due to chronic poorly treated seronegative erosive rheumatoid arthritis .

Completeness : The E-log was complete in all factors . It included chief complaints , present history , past history , medical/surgical history , personal history , family history , social & educational history , immunization history .

           This elog had everything one could have asked for ; for a better understanding of the case and to treat in a better way .

Review on the case :

The case was beautifully presented in detail , which is almost closely knit with his details , which seemed like a story to me , like a step-to-step detailed explanation .

Evolution of symptomatology was described in a detail manner .

There was also a detailed explanation of the patient's acute and chronic problem .

General examination was done in a much detailed way ; in different positions with clear documentation .

Clinical images of the patient and investigations were added with deidentification .

 Systemic examination with detailed inspection , palpation , range of movements was explained .

Diagnostic approach and treatment was also well explained .

 Correctness : All the data provided in the E-log is correct .

👉 Second case : Idiopathic Parkinson's disease stage 1 with denovo HTN & multiple system atrophy - parkinsonian type ( MSA-P )

Completeness : The elog was complete . it included chief complaints , history of presenting illness , history of past illness , medical / surgical history , personal history , family history , social & education history , immunization history.

Review on the case:

The case was beautifully presented in detail , which is almost closely knit with his details , which seemed like a story to me , like a step-to-step detailed explanation .

Evolution of symptomatology was described in a detail manner 

CNS examination was described extremely well with all detailed documentation of reflexes etc.

Clinical images of the patient and investigations were added with deidentification .

 Correctness : All the data pirovided in the E-log is correct .

👉 Third case : Iatrogenic cushings syndrome secondary to topical clobetasol application all over the body for approx. 1 yr.

Completeness : this elog was little incomplete acc. to me as it didn't include his past history , family history , treatment history , personal history .

Review on the case:

Evolution of current symptomatology was described beautifully .

De-identified clinical images in the presentation , showed us the condition of the pt. clearly .

His follow up details were also neatly documented .

 Correctness : All the data provided in the E-log is correct .

QUESTION 2

https://2018-21batchpgy3gmpracticals.blogspot.com/2021/08/18100006003-case-presentations.html?m=1

Please analyze the above linked long and short cases patient data by first preparing a problem list for each patient in order of perceived priority (based on the shared data) and then discuss the diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainty around solving those problems. 

LONG CASE-

PROBLEM LIST:

Generalized edema.

facial puffiness with pedal edema

pitting type pedal edema, extending upto the middle of his legs

breathlessness, palpitations or chest pain.

decreasing urine output

debilitating early morning pains and limitation of movements in his hands, wrists and feet, which usually lasts for about an hour

burning sensation in his eyes 

Proteinuria causing anasarca likely due to glomerular pathology. 

Acute Glomerulopathy (Glomerulonephritis / Nephrotic syndrome)

 QUESTION 3 :

Testing competency in "Evidence based medicine": Include the review of literature around sensitivity and specificity of the diagnostic interventions mentioned and same around efficacy of the therapeutic interventions mentioned for each patient. 

Long case:-

Investigations done are:-

Current Admission - Blood tests

Blood work from previous presentations to hospital. RA factor was negative

24hrs urinary protein: 1500 mg

24hrs urinary creatinine: 0.8

Urine Microscopy - Freshly voided urine sample was centrifuged at high speed (> 2700 RPM) and sediment collected and fixed on glass slide and examined under microscope at 400 (10x * 40x) showed DYSMORPHIC RBCs (black circles) and occasional pus cells (red circles). Dysmorphic RBCs were those that had altered shape, microcytic or with membrane defects.

Efficacy of Treatment given:-

Tab. PREDNISOLONE P/O 20 mg OD:-It is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood problems, immune system disorders, skin and eye conditions, breathing problems, cancer, and severe allergies. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as pain, swelling and allergic-type reactions.

Tab FEBUXOSTAT P/O 80 mg OD:-class of medications called xanthine oxidase inhibitors. It works by decreasing the amount of uric acid that is made in the body. Febuxostat is used to prevent gout attacks but not to treat them once they occur.

Haemodialysis for worsening renal dysfunction

Short case-1

Investigations done are:-

ECG:-Shows Sinus Tachycardia with pseudo infarct pattern in leads I and aVL with dagger q waves in the same leads,No late intrinsicoid deflection of R wave with modified Cornell criteria showing LVH.

2 D Echo :-Grade II diastolic dysfunction

Efficacy of Treatment given:-

Tab. Syndopa Plus 125 mg QID:- is a combination of two medicines used to treat Parkinson's disease. It is one of the most effective medications to relives symptoms of Parkinson's disease such as tremor, muscle stiffness and difficulty moving.

Tab. Syndopa 125 mg CR OD:-is a combination of two medicines: Levodopa and Carbidopa. This medication is used to treat the symptoms of Parkinson's disease like tremors , stiffness and slowness of movement.

 Tab. Telma 40 mg OD:- is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Lowering blood pressure helps to prevent future heart attack and stroke. 

Short case -2

Investigations done are:-

CBP - HB - 13.4 g/dl 

TLC - 6,800

PLT - 1.5 lakhs.

RBS - 139 mg/dl 

CUE - ALBUMIN - +1 

SUGARS - NIL .

PUS CELLS - 3-4 

RBC - NIL .

LFT - TB -1.03

DB-0.21

ALBUMIN - 3.9

RFT - UREA - 22 

SERUM CREATININE -0.6

ELECTROLYTES - NA - 136 

K- 4 

CL-98 

USG ABDOMEN - NORMAL.

ECG - SINUS TACHYCARDIA 

LVH PRESENT.

Efficacy of Treatment given:-

Tab.Telma 20 mg od - due to low cortisol level

 TAB HIZONE 15 mg:- is prescribed for Severe allergic reactions,Allergic conditions,Cancer,Skin disorders,Eye disorders.

Tab Shelcal 500 OD and Tab Vit D 3 Od:-To treat vitamin D and Calcium deficiency.

Tab ULTRACET /PO/SOS:-is a combination of two medicines that are used for short term relief of pain, inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect joints and muscles. 

Tab Itraconazole 100 mg bd.:-to treat a variety of fungal infections.

Tab levocitrixine 5mg od.:-relieve runny nose, sneezing, and redness, itching.

 QUESTION 4 :

Testing competency in patient data capture and representation through ethical case reporting/case presentation with informed consent :

Share the link to your own case report this month of a patient that you connected with and engaged while capturing his her sequential life events before and after the illness and clinical and investigational images along with your discussion of that case. 

(I didn't get a chance to make an elog during this month.)

QUESTION 5 :

Testing scholarship competency in  

logging reflective observations on your concrete experiences of this last month : (10 marks) 

Reflective logging of one's own experiences is a vital tool toward competency development in medical education and research. 

A sample answer to this last assignment around sharing your experience log of the month can be seen in one student's answer to Q10 in the May 2021 assignment in the link below:

https://drsaranyaroshni.blogspot.com/2021/05/assignment-patient-centred-learning.html?m=1

This telemedical learning and Elogging experience was Good, But most important thing we are missing was direct exposure to clinical postings.

Hope to attend clinicals directly in the hospital very soon.

Going through elogs that are made by my seniors provided a widespread exposure to variety of cases in a short span of time.

While going through all the blogs that are prepared by my seniors I learnt a lot and it will be useful for me in future for sure.

Elog Idea is much helpful for us , as it is encouraging us to learn more subject. 

We are learning how to approach a patient,about History taking and also how to present the case.

Overall It is a great experience,gave scope for interacting and we are learning a lot from this postings.