Acute tubular necrosis Flashcards
1
Q
most common cause of AKI?
A
acute tubular necrosis
2
Q
causes?
A
ischaemia/ toxins - shock, dehydration, gentamycin, contrast, NSAIDs
3
Q
urinalysis results?
A
muddy brown cast cells and renal tubular epithelial cells
4
Q
reversible?
A
yes - 7-21 days
5
Q
management?
A
rehydrate, stop nephrotoxins, treat complications
