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What is a consequence of increased potassium levels as a result of kidney dysfunction?
What is a consequence of increased potassium levels as a result of kidney dysfunction?
Which condition is characterized by the narrowing of the main arteries supplying the kidney?
Which condition is characterized by the narrowing of the main arteries supplying the kidney?
What condition can arise from the increased permeability of the filtration membrane in the kidneys?
What condition can arise from the increased permeability of the filtration membrane in the kidneys?
Which factor contributes to chronic kidney disease linked to metabolic diseases?
Which factor contributes to chronic kidney disease linked to metabolic diseases?
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What complications can result from albuminuria in patients with kidney disease?
What complications can result from albuminuria in patients with kidney disease?
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What does an increase in Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) indicate in kidney dysfunction?
What does an increase in Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) indicate in kidney dysfunction?
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Which pathway is primarily affected by hypertension leading to kidney damage?
Which pathway is primarily affected by hypertension leading to kidney damage?
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What is a potential consequence of hypervolemia in the context of kidney dysfunction?
What is a potential consequence of hypervolemia in the context of kidney dysfunction?
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What is the primary cause of chronic glomerulonephritis?
What is the primary cause of chronic glomerulonephritis?
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How does chronic glomerulonephritis primarily affect kidney function?
How does chronic glomerulonephritis primarily affect kidney function?
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Which statement accurately describes nephron compensation in chronic kidney disease?
Which statement accurately describes nephron compensation in chronic kidney disease?
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What is meant by 'bystander injury' in the context of chronic kidney disease?
What is meant by 'bystander injury' in the context of chronic kidney disease?
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What percentage of chronic kidney disease (CKD) cases is accounted for by chronic glomerulonephritis?
What percentage of chronic kidney disease (CKD) cases is accounted for by chronic glomerulonephritis?
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Which condition is NOT typically associated with lower urinary tract disease?
Which condition is NOT typically associated with lower urinary tract disease?
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What is a common symptom of polyuria seen in chronic kidney disease?
What is a common symptom of polyuria seen in chronic kidney disease?
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What complication can result from reflux disease?
What complication can result from reflux disease?
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What is the acceptable level of initial GFR reduction when managing hypertension in CKD patients?
What is the acceptable level of initial GFR reduction when managing hypertension in CKD patients?
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Which condition is NOT mentioned as a potential side effect of using ACE inhibitors?
Which condition is NOT mentioned as a potential side effect of using ACE inhibitors?
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In CKD management, why should dual RAAS blockade be avoided?
In CKD management, why should dual RAAS blockade be avoided?
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What should be monitored closely in patients taking RAAS inhibitors?
What should be monitored closely in patients taking RAAS inhibitors?
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What is a primary reason for the progressive worsening of hypertension in CKD?
What is a primary reason for the progressive worsening of hypertension in CKD?
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Why might biopsies be avoided in cases of shrunken kidneys?
Why might biopsies be avoided in cases of shrunken kidneys?
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What ACR value indicates a very high level of albuminuria?
What ACR value indicates a very high level of albuminuria?
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What challenge do clinicians face when no clear immunological profile is present in CKD patients?
What challenge do clinicians face when no clear immunological profile is present in CKD patients?
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What is a key role of pharmacotherapy in CKD management?
What is a key role of pharmacotherapy in CKD management?
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What should happen if a patient's eGFR decline exceeds 25% after starting treatment?
What should happen if a patient's eGFR decline exceeds 25% after starting treatment?
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What is hematuria best detected through?
What is hematuria best detected through?
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At what stage do uremic symptoms become more apparent?
At what stage do uremic symptoms become more apparent?
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What percentage of CKD patients have an unknown cause for their condition?
What percentage of CKD patients have an unknown cause for their condition?
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What is the primary implication of having an ACR value in stage A2 or A3?
What is the primary implication of having an ACR value in stage A2 or A3?
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What kind of issues can hematuria indicate when detected?
What kind of issues can hematuria indicate when detected?
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What does the presence of protein in urine alongside blood signify?
What does the presence of protein in urine alongside blood signify?
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What primarily causes kidney stones in patients with advanced chronic kidney disease?
What primarily causes kidney stones in patients with advanced chronic kidney disease?
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What condition leads to nocturia in patients with chronic kidney disease?
What condition leads to nocturia in patients with chronic kidney disease?
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In which condition is proteinuria most frequently characterized as albuminuria?
In which condition is proteinuria most frequently characterized as albuminuria?
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What is a common cause of extrinsic renal obstruction in males?
What is a common cause of extrinsic renal obstruction in males?
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Which hereditary condition is not commonly associated with chronic kidney disease?
Which hereditary condition is not commonly associated with chronic kidney disease?
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Which measurement is used to determine albuminuria?
Which measurement is used to determine albuminuria?
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What percentage of chronic kidney disease cases are hereditary?
What percentage of chronic kidney disease cases are hereditary?
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Which statement about autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (APKD) is correct?
Which statement about autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (APKD) is correct?
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What is the main symptom of renal osteodystrophy?
What is the main symptom of renal osteodystrophy?
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What is the active form of vitamin D produced by the kidneys?
What is the active form of vitamin D produced by the kidneys?
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What radiographic appearance is associated with renal osteodystrophy?
What radiographic appearance is associated with renal osteodystrophy?
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What condition leads to elevated parathyroid hormone levels resulting in osteosclerosis?
What condition leads to elevated parathyroid hormone levels resulting in osteosclerosis?
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Which of the following best describes the mineralization pattern seen in 'rugger-jersey spine'?
Which of the following best describes the mineralization pattern seen in 'rugger-jersey spine'?
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Which therapy can be used to bypass kidney conversion in patients with kidney disease?
Which therapy can be used to bypass kidney conversion in patients with kidney disease?
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What does secondary hyperparathyroidism contribute to in bone health?
What does secondary hyperparathyroidism contribute to in bone health?
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How does calcitriol affect calcium levels in the body?
How does calcitriol affect calcium levels in the body?
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Study Notes
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD is a progressive loss of kidney function, lasting for three or more months.
- It's characterized by a decline in glomerular filtration rate (GFR).
- Albuminuria (protein in the urine) is a strong predictor of CKD prognosis.
Glomerulosclerosis
- A key feature of CKD is progressive nephron loss due to scarring (glomerulosclerosis).
- This scarring is caused by inflammation and thickening of the glomerular basement membrane.
- This disruption of filtration leads to the accumulation of waste products (like urea, creatinine) in the body.
- Complications of glomerulosclerosis include elevated blood urea nitrogen (BUN), creatinine, potassium (hyperkalemia), and acidosis.
Etiology of CKD
- CKD's cause can be ischemic (reduced blood flow) or hypertensive (high blood pressure).
- Around 30% of CKD cases result from ischemic nephropathy (narrowed renal arteries).
- Hypertension damages and hardens the blood vessels (atherosclerosis), potentially leading to CKD.
- Metabolic diseases, with diabetes being the most common cause, account for around 30% of CKD cases.
- Diabetic nephropathy is a significant contributor, with high proteinuria levels increasing CKD progression risk.
- Chronic glomerulonephritis (inflammation of the glomerulus) accounts for around 15% of advanced CKD cases, often caused by IgA nephropathy.
- Lower urinary tract diseases like reflux, stones, pyelonephritis and obstructions account for 5-10% of CKD Cases.
Mechanisms of Progressive Renal Damage
- CKD results from patchy damage within the kidney, rather than uniform damage.
- A primary kidney disease (e.g., diabetes, hypertension) initiates kidney damage.
- Nephroons that are damaged are lost.
- Remaining nephrons compensate by working harder (hyperfiltration), increasing their susceptibility to further damage.
- This cycle of damage and compensation worsens kidney function over time through effects on the glomeruli.
Clinical Manifestations
- Advanced CKD manifests with uremic symptoms affecting many body systems (e.g., nervous system, renal, hormonal, bone, blood, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal) leading to complications like peripheral neuropathy, hypertension, and peripheral edema.
- CKD patients may experience polyuria (excessive urination) and nocturia (frequent urination at night).
- Proteinuria and albuminuria are common, with higher levels associated with greater kidney damage.
- Hematuria (blood in the urine) may occur as well.
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This quiz covers essential concepts of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), including its characteristics, causes, and key complications like glomerulosclerosis. Understand the importance of markers such as GFR and albuminuria in CKD prognosis and the implications of ischemia and hypertension in its etiology.
