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Hyperuricemia is a complication of chemotherapy that causes the rapid breakdown of tumor cells. This releases uric acid into the bloodstream, potentially causing uric acid crystals to form in the kidneys and lead to renal failure. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and decreased urine output. Treatment focuses on preventing crystal formation through alkalization of urine and inhibiting uric acid production with drugs like allopurinol or rasburicase. Establishing prophylactic measures before chemoth

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ninrose
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