Acute Kidney Injury Flashcards
1
Q
Definition AKI
A
Sudden and often reversible loss of renal function developing over days and weeks and can lead to reduction in urine volume
2
Q
Classification of causes of AKI
A
Pre renal (perfusion )
Renal
Post renal (obstruction after kidney)
3
Q
Main renal injury occuring in pre renal cause of AKI
A
Acute tubular necrosis
