A 65-year-old patient is found to have macrocytosis and low vitamin B12 levels with neurological symptoms consistent with pernicious anaemia. Which ro...

Question

A 65-year-old patient is found to have macrocytosis and low vitamin B12 levels with neurological symptoms consistent with pernicious anaemia. Which route of B12 administration is recommended by NICE

Accepted Answer

Intramuscular hydroxocobalamin injections

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High-dose oral B12 daily

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Intravenous B12 infusion monthly

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Transdermal patches

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Dietary fortification alone

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Pernicious Anaemia

A 65-year-old patient is found to have macrocytosis and low vitamin B12 levels with neurological symptoms consistent with pernicious anaemia. Which route of B12 administration is recommended by NICE