Acute tubular necrosis Flashcards
1
Q
What is acute tubular necrosis?
A
Necrosis of the tubular epithelial cells affects the functioning of the kidney
2
Q
What are the causes of acute tubular necrosis?
A
Ischaemia (shock, sepsis)
Nephrotoxins
3
Q
What is the presentation of acute tubular necrosis?
A
Typical features of AKI + muddy brown casts in the urine
4
Q
What is the management of acute tubular necrosis?
A
Treat AKI
Tubular epithelial cells regenerate in 1-3 weeks
