CKD Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 4 most common causes of CKD?
A
- DM
- Glomulonephritis
- Hypertension
- Polycystic kidney disease
2
Q
What are some risk factors for CKD?
A
Hypertension Established CVD Obesity Smoking Family history History of AKI Age DM Aborignial
3
Q
What is the definition of CKD?
A
- eGFR of less than 60ml/min/1.73mm2 for 3 months ,
- or evidence of kidney damage
○ Albuminuria - micro male >2.5, female >3.5
○ Haematuria
○ Structural abnormalities
○ Pathological abnormalities- Two more within 3 months about repeat with 7 days in case of acute injury
- or evidence of kidney damage