Pharmacology1 UKMLA question
Drug-induced gingival hyperplasia — UKMLA Revision Notes
Drug-induced gingival hyperplasia is an important clinical condition in Pharmacology that is tested in the UKMLA Applied Knowledge Test (AKT). Medical students and doctors preparing for the UKMLA or PLAB 1 must understand the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, investigations, and evidence-based management of Drug-induced gingival hyperplasia as outlined in current NICE guidelines.
Key Facts
- Drug-induced gingival hyperplasia is a key condition on the GMC UKMLA Content Map
- Commonly tested in the Pharmacology section of the UKMLA Applied Knowledge Test
- Understand the pathophysiology, clinical features, investigations, and management
- NICE guidelines provide the evidence base for management decisions
- Consider differential diagnoses and red flag symptoms in clinical scenarios
Investigations
- Drug levels (if applicable)
- FBC, U&E, LFTs
- ECG (QTc)
- Renal function
- Liver function
- Medication reconciliation
Management
- Review and rationalise medications
- Dose adjustment for renal/hepatic impairment
- Monitor for drug interactions and adverse effects
- Patient counselling on medication adherence
- Pharmacist review
- Prescribing safety checks