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Myeloma: Complete Review for Medical Exams

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2026/09/29

In this episode of Quick Medical Review, we break down Myeloma — a plasma cell malignancy. We cover the CRAB criteria, paraprotein detection, Bence Jones proteins, bone marrow biopsy, imaging, and modern treatment including bortezomib, lenalidomide, daratumumab, and CAR-T therapy. Essential for USMLE, MRCP, PLAB, and SMLE.Keywords: myeloma, multiple myeloma, CRAB, paraprotein, Bence Jones, bortezomib, daratumumab, haematologyFollow us on social media for updates and more content:Twitter:

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5:39

Facial Nerve Palsy: Complete Review for Medical Exams

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2026/09/28

In this episode of Quick Medical Review, we break down Facial Nerve Palsy — the upper vs lower motor neurone distinction, Bell's palsy, Ramsay Hunt syndrome, and management with prednisolone and eye protection. Essential for USMLE, MRCP, PLAB, and SMLE.Keywords: facial nerve palsy, Bell's palsy, Ramsay Hunt, cranial nerve seven, upper motor neurone, neurology, prednisoloneFollow us on social media for updates and more content:Twitter: https://x.com/QuickMedReviewsInstagram:

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5:49

Cystic Fibrosis: Complete Review for Medical Exams

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2026/09/27

In this episode of Quick Medical Review, we break down Cystic Fibrosis — the most common life-limiting autosomal recessive condition in Caucasians. We cover CFTR gene mutations, sweat test diagnosis, respiratory management, pancreatic insufficiency, CFTR modulators including Trikafta, and the transformative impact of modern therapy. Essential for USMLE, MRCP, PLAB, and SMLE.Keywords: cystic fibrosis, CFTR, F508del, sweat test, Trikafta, Pseudomonas, pancreatic insufficiency, respiratoryFollow us on

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2:58

Research Study Design

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2026/08/10

RCTs, cohorts, case-control — which study design answers which question. A rapid, high-yield review of research study design for medical students and exam candidates.In this episode: • RCT — gold standard for interventions • Cohort — exposed vs unexposed over time • Case-control — disease → look back at exposure • Cross-sectional — snapshot at one time • Meta-analysis — pools studies for power • Double-blinding — neither side knows group • IRB — approves + monitors research ethicsExam pearl: RCT =

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3:15

Schizophrenia

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2026/08/06

Positive vs negative symptoms, the six-month rule, and antipsychotic emergencies. A rapid, high-yield review of schizophrenia for medical students and exam candidates.In this episode: • Positive sx: delusions, hallucinations, disorganized speech • Negative sx: flat affect, avolition, withdrawal, poverty of speech • 6 months duration required for dx • Auditory hallucinations — most common type • Tardive dyskinesia — facial movements, antipsychotic complication • NMS: fever, rigidity, ↑ CPK —

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3:05

Normal Pregnancy Physiology

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2026/08/03

The normal maternal changes that every obstetrics question is built on. A rapid, high-yield review of normal pregnancy physiology for medical students and exam candidates.In this episode: • Naegele's rule = LMP + 7d − 3mo + 1yr • Gestational age: from LMP, 2wk > embryonic • hCG: syncytiotrophoblast → maintains corpus luteum • Chronic respiratory alkalosis (progesterone) • Hypercoagulable state = normal • Pseudocyesis = false pregnancyExam pearl: Gestational age = LMP, 2wk > embryonic⏱ 3:05 · Quick

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3:42

Gynecologic Development Puberty

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2026/07/30

Thelarche to menarche, Tanner staging, and precocious vs delayed puberty. A rapid, high-yield review of gynecologic development & puberty for medical students and exam candidates.In this episode: • Thelarche = first sign of puberty in girls • Menarche = age 12-13, ~2-3 yrs after thelarche • Precocious puberty = before age 8 in girls • GnRH agonist (leuprolide) → central precocious puberty • Tanner staging 1-5 = sexual maturityExam pearl: Thelarche = first sign; menarche avg 12-13⏱ 3:42 · Quick

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3:35

Cerebral Vasculature Neuroanatomy

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2026/07/27

MCA vs ACA vs PCA — localizing a stroke straight from the symptoms. A rapid, high-yield review of cerebral vasculature & neuroanatomy for medical students and exam candidates.In this episode: • MCA → face + arm weakness, Broca/Wernicke aphasia • ACA → contralateral leg weakness • PCA → homonymous hemianopia, visual cortex • Circle of Willis → links anterior + posterior • Watershed zones → vulnerable to hypotensionExam pearl: MCA = face/arm > leg; aphasia if dominant⏱ 3:35 · Quick Medical Review —

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3:41

Fetal Circulation

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2026/07/23

Three shunts, the changes at birth, and the drugs that open or close the ductus. A rapid, high-yield review of fetal circulation for medical students and exam candidates.In this episode: • Ductus arteriosus: PA→aorta; closes w/ O2, indomethacin • Foramen ovale: R→L atrial shunt; closes w/ ↑LA pressure • Ductus venosus: bypasses liver; umbilical vein→IVC • PGE1 keeps DA open · indomethacin closes PDAExam pearl: Ductus venosus bypasses liver⏱ 3:41 · Quick Medical Review — study smart, not hard. More

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4:34

Cellulitis Necrotizing Fasciitis

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2026/07/20

From simple skin infection to surgical emergency — spotting the difference in time. A rapid, high-yield review of cellulitis & necrotizing fasciitis for medical students and exam candidates.In this episode: • Cellulitis — spreading erythema, no defined border • Staph & Strep — most common organisms • Nec fasc — pain out of proportion, crepitus, surgical emergency • Gas gangrene — Clostridium perfringens • Fournier — perineal nec fascExam pearl: Cellulitis = spreading erythema, no border → cephalexin

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4:02

Diabetes Mellitus Type 1

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2026/07/16

Autoimmune beta-cell loss, DKA, and why insulin is always the answer. A rapid, high-yield review of diabetes mellitus type 1 for medical students and exam candidates.In this episode: • Autoimmune beta-cell destruction → absolute insulin deficiency • Anti-GAD + anti-islet cell antibodies • DKA — feared, sometimes first presentation • C-peptide low → no endogenous insulin • Insulin — the only treatment, always requiredExam pearl: Type 1 = autoimmune, absolute deficiency, low C-peptide⏱ 4:02 · Quick

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3:43

Pyelonephritis

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2026/07/13

Fever, flank pain, and CVA tenderness — diagnosis and who needs admission. A rapid, high-yield review of pyelonephritis for medical students and exam candidates.In this episode: • Fever + flank pain + CVA tenderness = triad • E. coli — most common cause • Urine culture — diagnostic test • Outpatient FQ · Inpatient IV ceftriaxone • Complicated: obstruction, abscess, pregnancyExam pearl: Fever + flank pain + CVA tenderness = pyelo⏱ 3:43 · Quick Medical Review — study smart, not hard. More

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4:09

Pulmonary Function Tests

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2026/07/09

Obstructive vs restrictive, the A-a gradient, and how to read a flow-volume loop. A rapid, high-yield review of pulmonary function tests for medical students and exam candidates.In this episode: • Obstructive — ↓ FEV1/FVC < 0.7 • Restrictive — ↓ FVC, normal/↑ ratio • A-a gradient — normal = age/4 + 4 • ↑ A-a — V/Q mismatch, shunt, diffusion • Normal A-a — hypoventilation, altitudeExam pearl: FEV1/FVC < 0.7 = obstructive⏱ 4:09 · Quick Medical Review — study smart, not hard. More

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3:27

Osteoarthritis

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2026/07/06

Wear-and-tear joints — Heberden vs Bouchard, X-ray clues, and first-line management. A rapid, high-yield review of osteoarthritis for medical students and exam candidates.In this episode: • Wear and tear → degenerative joint disease • DIP = Heberden · PIP = Bouchard • Joint space narrowing · osteophytes · subchondral sclerosis • Worse with activity, better with rest · acetaminophen first-lineExam pearl: OA = most common joint disease⏱ 3:27 · Quick Medical Review — study smart, not hard. More

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3:33

Burns

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2026/07/02

Burn depth, the rule of nines, Parkland fluids, and the airway you must protect early. A rapid, high-yield review of burns for medical students and exam candidates.In this episode: • Rule of nines → estimate BSA • Parkland: 4 mL × kg × %BSA • Superficial: red, painful, no blisters • Full thickness: white/charred, painless • Inhalation injury → intubate earlyExam pearl: Rule of nines for BSA⏱ 3:33 · Quick Medical Review — study smart, not hard. More

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3:12

Iron Deficiency Anemia

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2026/06/30

The world's most common anaemia — labs, causes, and the test that nails the diagnosis. A rapid, high-yield review of iron deficiency anemia for medical students and exam candidates.In this episode: • Microcytic hypochromic — low MCV, low MCH • Low ferritin — most specific test • High TIBC — body hungry for iron • Koilonychia — spoon-shaped nails • GI blood loss — most common in adultsExam pearl: Low ferritin = most specific test⏱ 3:12 · Quick Medical Review — study smart, not hard. More

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3:21

Cardiac Output & Hemodynamics

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2026/06/27

Everything that drives the heart's output — and the formula every exam loves. A rapid, high-yield review of cardiac output & hemodynamics for medical students and exam candidates.In this episode: • CO = HR × SV → foundation of hemodynamics • Fick principle → oxygen consumption • MAP = CO × TPR • Preload = stretch · Afterload = resistance • Pulse pressure = systolic − diastolicExam pearl: CO = HR × SV — know what raises / lowers each⏱ 3:21 · Quick Medical Review — study smart, not hard. More

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5:13

Tetralogy of Fallot: Complete Review for Medical Exams

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2026/05/11

In this episode of Quick Medical Review, we break down Tetralogy of Fallot — the most common cyanotic congenital heart defect. We cover the four components, Tet spells management, the boot-shaped heart, squatting physiology, surgical repair, and Blalock-Taussig shunt. Essential for USMLE, MRCP, PLAB, and SMLE.Keywords: tetralogy of Fallot, congenital heart disease, Tet spells, cyanotic, boot-shaped heart, paediatric cardiologyFollow us on social media for updates and more content:Twitter:

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5:51

Pneumothorax

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2026/05/04

In this episode of Quick Medical Review, we break down Pneumothorax — from primary spontaneous to tension pneumothorax. We cover types, clinical features, BTS management guidelines, needle aspiration vs chest drain, the triangle of safety, and emergency management of tension pneumothorax. Essential for USMLE, MRCP, PLAB, and SMLE.Keywords: pneumothorax, tension pneumothorax, chest drain, needle decompression, BTS guidelines, respiratory emergencyFollow us on social media for updates and more

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6:38

Breast Cancer

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2026/04/30

In this episode of Quick Medical Review, we break down Breast Cancer — the most common cancer in women. We cover risk factors, BRCA genetics, cancer types (DCIS, invasive ductal, inflammatory, Paget's), triple assessment, receptor status, surgery, hormonal therapy (tamoxifen vs aromatase inhibitors), HER2-targeted therapy, and metastatic patterns. Essential for USMLE, MRCP, PLAB, and SMLE.Keywords: breast cancer, BRCA, tamoxifen, trastuzumab, HER2, mammography, triple assessment, mastectomyFollow us

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