Flashcards in Chronic Kidney Disease Deck (3)
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1
Q
What are the investigations for CKD?
A
- Urea and electrolytes
- Full blood count
- Albumin
- Proteinuria
- PTH hormone, calcium phosphate
- Glucose, lipids
- Renal ultrasound
- ECG
2
Q
What is the criteria for referral of CKD patient to nephrology?
A
Age < 40 Stage 4 KD (GFR <30) Rapid deterioration renal function Significant proteinuria Significant hematuria
3
Q
What is the medical management of CKD?
A
- Anti-hypertensives
- Statins
- Recombinant human erythropoietin
- Loop diuretics/inhibition of excessive Na intake