Acute Kidney Injury PDF
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Gulf Medical University
2024
Dr. Dixon Thomas
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This Gulf Medical University presentation details Acute Kidney Injury, a condition clinically characterized by sudden decrease in kidney function. The presentation covers the clinical course and different phases of AKI, including the prodromal, oliguric, and diuretic phases. It goes on to discuss common causes, classifications and treatment goals.
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Acute Kidney Injury Dr. Dixon Thomas October 6, 2024 1 www.gmu.ac.ae COLLEGE OF Acute kidney injury (AKI), previously known as acute renal failure, is characterized clinically by an abrupt decrease in renal func...
Acute Kidney Injury Dr. Dixon Thomas October 6, 2024 1 www.gmu.ac.ae COLLEGE OF Acute kidney injury (AKI), previously known as acute renal failure, is characterized clinically by an abrupt decrease in renal function over a period of hours to days, resulting in the accumulation of nitrogenous waste products (azotemia) and the inability to maintain and regulate; fluid, electrolyte, and acid–base balance. 2 The clinical course of AKI has distinct phases: Prodromal phase: with usually normal urine output. Oliguric Phase: a progressive decrease in urine production after kidney injury. Oliguria
