Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH): High-Yield USMLE Topics You Must Know! episode artwork

EPISODE · Apr 16, 2025 · 3 MIN

Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH): High-Yield USMLE Topics You Must Know!

from RD Medicine Podcast: Your Guide to a U.S. Medical Career · host RD Medicine ORG

Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH) – YES, it shows up on Step 1, and you need to know the essentials!Here’s what you need to remember:- PIGA gene mutation in hematopoietic stem cells- Deficiency of CD55 and CD59- Complement-mediated intravascular hemolysis- Classic triad: hemolytic anemia, pancytopenia, and venous thrombosis (think Budd-Chiari syndrome)✅ Diagnosis: Flow cytometry✅ Treatment: Eculizumab💡 Exam clue: patient waking up with dark urine in the morning = think PNH!

Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH) – YES, it shows up on Step 1, and you need to know the essentials!Here’s what you need to remember:- PIGA gene mutation in hematopoietic stem cells- Deficiency of CD55 and CD59- Complement-mediated intravascular hemolysis- Classic triad: hemolytic anemia, pancytopenia, and venous thrombosis (think Budd-Chiari syndrome)✅ Diagnosis: Flow cytometry✅ Treatment: Eculizumab💡 Exam clue: patient waking up with dark urine in the morning = think PNH!

NOW PLAYING

Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH): High-Yield USMLE Topics You Must Know!

0:00 3:43

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of RD Medicine Podcast: Your Guide to a U.S. Medical Career?

This episode is 3 minutes long.

When was this RD Medicine Podcast: Your Guide to a U.S. Medical Career episode published?

This episode was published on April 16, 2025.

What is this episode about?

Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH) – YES, it shows up on Step 1, and you need to know the essentials!Here’s what you need to remember:- PIGA gene mutation in hematopoietic stem cells- Deficiency of CD55 and CD59- Complement-mediated...

Can I download this RD Medicine Podcast: Your Guide to a U.S. Medical Career episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.
URL copied to clipboard!