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Chronic Renal Failure Flashcards

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Pathophysiology

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Gradual loss of kidney function over prolonged period

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Breed pre-disposition

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Cats esp. Persians

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Aetiology (8)

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May be hereditary 
May be secondary to:
- hyperthyroidism
- hypertension
- diabetes
- PKD
- trauma
- infection
- kidney malformation
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Clinical signs (7)

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Hypertension
Dehydration
Weight loss
Anaemia
Lethargy
Uremic breath
Arrhythmias
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Diagnosis (7)

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Hx/cs/exam
Urine SG
- low (dilute)
Biochem (kidney profile)
- urea/crea/phos 
Lytes 
- low level k+
Radiography
Ultrasound
BP
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