19th February 2025

A 62-year-old woman is being seen in the haematology clinic ahead of starting treatment for acute myeloid leukaemia

A 62-year-old woman is being seen in the haematology clinic ahead of starting treatment for acute myeloid leukaemia. She has a past history of hypercholesterolaemia, G6PD deficiency and had a TIA last year. She is being counselled about the risks of treatment, one of which is tumour lysis syndrome.

Which of the following would not be an appropriate step to reduce the risk of TLS in this patient?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.