6 Questions
What is the definition of Hepatorenal Syndrome (HRS-AKI)?
Renal impairment in the setting of liver disease
What is a common precipitating factor for Hepatorenal Syndrome (HRS-AKI)?
Systemic bacterial infections
Which major criterion is used for the diagnosis of Hepatorenal Syndrome (HRS-AKI)?
Cirrhosis with ascites and AKI
What role does vasodilation play in the pathophysiology of Hepatorenal Syndrome (HRS-AKI)?
Results in decreased vasodilator production
What treatment option is recommended to prevent hepatorenal syndrome in patients with elevated Serum Creatinine (SCr)?
Albumin 1g/kg up to 100 g/day
Why are kidneys still hypoperfused in Hepatorenal Syndrome (HRS-AKI) despite increased cardiac output and retention of Na/H2O?
Caused by overactive SNS and RAAS
Explore the pathophysiology, non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic management strategies, as well as primary and secondary prophylaxis for Hepatorenal Syndrome (HRS-AKI) in the context of cirrhosis complications. Learn about portal hypertension, varices, ascites, spontaneous bacterial peritonitis, hepatic encephalopathy, and hepatorenal syndrome.
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