Renal and Electrolytes Pathophysiology

Some risk factors for developing renal stones include warm climates, decreased fluid intake, calcium supplements, high protein diets, UTI, gout, hyperparathyroidism, and family history.

A renal stone may cause an obstruction, resulting in increased pressure above the obstruction. This increased pressure opposes glomerular filtration.

The signs and symptoms of renal stones depend on their size and location. Common symptoms include renal colic.

<p>Acute kidney injury refers to a sudden and temporary loss of kidney function, often caused by a sudden decrease in blood flow to the kidneys or damage to the kidneys.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Chronic renal failure refers to the progressive and permanent loss of kidney function over time. It is usually caused by long-term conditions such as diabetes or high blood pressure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>20-55 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Warm climates, decreased fluid intake, calcium supplements, high protein diets, UTI, gout, hyperparathyroidism, family history</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It may cause an obstruction, resulting in increased pressure above the obstruction, which opposes glomerular filtration</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Depends on size and location, but may include renal colic</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Permanent damage to the urinary system</p> Signup and view all the answers