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USMLE Crap

Hemochromatosis. Hemosiderosis

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USMLE Crap

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    1. USMLE Crap Pages: 241-244

    2. Hemochromatosis Hemosiderosis – deposition of hemoisoderin (IRON) Hemochromatosis – the DISEASE caused by this deposition Total body iron may reach 50 g… enough to set off the metal detectors at airports Treat with PHLEBOTOMY Can be 1° (autosomal recessive) or 2° due to chronic transfusion therapy

    3. Classic Triad of Hemochromatosis Micronodular cirrhosis Pancreatic fibrosis Skin pigmentation

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