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Hypercalcaemia — UKMLA Revision Notes

Hypercalcaemia is an important clinical condition in Palliative & End of Life 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 Hypercalcaemia as outlined in current NICE guidelines.

Key Facts

  • Hypercalcaemia is a key condition on the GMC UKMLA Content Map
  • Commonly tested in the Palliative & End of Life 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

  • Clinical history and examination
  • FBC, U&E, LFTs
  • Urine dipstick
  • Blood pressure measurement
  • Fasting lipids/glucose
  • Relevant specialist referral

Management

  • Patient education and lifestyle advice
  • Pharmacological management per NICE guidelines
  • Safety netting and follow-up
  • Referral to secondary care if indicated
  • Chronic disease management plan
  • Shared decision-making

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