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What is the definition of Hepatorenal Syndrome (HRS-AKI)?
What is the definition of Hepatorenal Syndrome (HRS-AKI)?
- Impaired liver function due to kidney disease
- Excessive blood flow to the kidneys due to hepatic damage
- Renal impairment in the setting of liver disease (correct)
- Hypertension caused by liver dysfunction
What is a common precipitating factor for Hepatorenal Syndrome (HRS-AKI)?
What is a common precipitating factor for Hepatorenal Syndrome (HRS-AKI)?
- High sodium intake
- Excessive potassium levels
- Low blood pressure
- Systemic bacterial infections (correct)
Which major criterion is used for the diagnosis of Hepatorenal Syndrome (HRS-AKI)?
Which major criterion is used for the diagnosis of Hepatorenal Syndrome (HRS-AKI)?
- Use of nephrotoxic drugs
- Cirrhosis with ascites and AKI (correct)
- Presence of shock
- Structural kidney disease
What role does vasodilation play in the pathophysiology of Hepatorenal Syndrome (HRS-AKI)?
What role does vasodilation play in the pathophysiology of Hepatorenal Syndrome (HRS-AKI)?
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What treatment option is recommended to prevent hepatorenal syndrome in patients with elevated Serum Creatinine (SCr)?
What treatment option is recommended to prevent hepatorenal syndrome in patients with elevated Serum Creatinine (SCr)?
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Why are kidneys still hypoperfused in Hepatorenal Syndrome (HRS-AKI) despite increased cardiac output and retention of Na/H2O?
Why are kidneys still hypoperfused in Hepatorenal Syndrome (HRS-AKI) despite increased cardiac output and retention of Na/H2O?
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