DM3 Pt4-2 Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Flashcards
What is Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) previously known as?
Chronic renal failure
Why is CKD more commonly diagnosed in cats than in dogs?
Cats are 2 to 3 times more likely to suffer from CKD than dogs.
What causes CKD to progress to symptomatic renal failure?
CKD progresses to symptomatic renal failure when more than 2/3rds of functioning nephrons are lost.
What is the most common cause of CKD in cats?
Chronic interstitial nephritis (CIN)
What other diseases can lead to CKD besides Chronic Interstitial Nephritis?
Glomerulonephritis, bacterial pyelonephritis, FIP, nephrotoxins, bilateral hydronephrosis, chronic hypercalcaemia, neoplasia (renal lymphoma), polycystic kidney disease, amyloidosis, congenital abnormalities (renal dysplasia).
Which inherited disease is common in Persian cats and leads to CKD?
Polycystic kidney disease
What familial disease can cause CKD in Abyssinian cats?
Amyloidosis
How is Chronic Interstitial Nephritis (CIN) related to CKD?
CIN is the most common cause of CKD but is often the end stage of various kidney diseases.
Why is identifying the underlying cause of CKD important?
Recognizing less common causes may allow specific treatment for the underlying disease.
Which condition can result in bilateral hydronephrosis leading to CKD?
Nephroliths (kidney stones) and post-spay complications.
How is Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) staged in cats?
By measuring plasma creatinine levels.
What is the creatinine level in Stage 1 of CKD in cats?
Creatinine <140 µmol/l
What is the creatinine level in Stage 2 of CKD in cats?
Creatinine 140-249 µmol/l (mild azotaemia)
What is the creatinine level in Stage 3 of CKD in cats?
Creatinine 250-439 µmol/l (moderate azotaemia)
What is the creatinine level in Stage 4 of CKD in cats?
Creatinine >440 µmol/l (severe azotaemia)
What is used to establish sub-stages of CKD?
Urine protein
ratio (UPC) and systolic blood pressure
Why is polyuria/polydipsia (PUPD) often not recognized in cats with CKD?
Cats may not be observed drinking and urinating, and retain their concentrating ability until later in the disease.
What causes uraemic gastropathy in cats with CKD?
Uraemic toxins directly affect the gastrointestinal tract, causing erosions, GI haemorrhage, vomiting, and anorexia.
What causes stomatitis and xerostomia in cats with CKD?
Conversion of urea to ammonia by bacterial urease in the mouth.
What are some complications caused by CKD in cats?
Dehydration, hypertension, hypokalaemia, anaemia, proteinuria, hyperphosphataemia, renal secondary hyperparathyroidism, and bacterial urinary tract infections.
What is the effect of hypokalaemia in CKD?
It causes muscle weakness and contributes to the progression of renal disease.
What percentage of cats with severe azotaemia experience metabolic acidosis?
50%
What is renal secondary hyperparathyroidism (R2HPT) in CKD?
A condition where increased parathyroid hormone leads to signs of uraemia and calcium resorption from bone, affecting up to 100% of animals with end-stage renal disease.
What is uraemic encephalopathy in CKD?
A condition involving altered consciousness and weakness, likely due to effects of PTH, altered ion pumps, neurotransmitter imbalances, and hypertension.
What is platelet dysfunction in CKD?
Uraemic toxins affect platelet function, leading to impaired platelet adhesion and increased bleeding tendencies.
Which age group is most commonly affected by CKD?
CKD is most common in older animals but can occur in younger animals due to conditions like renal dysplasia, hereditary diseases, or glomerulonephropathy.
Is there any sex predisposition in CKD cases?
No, CKD does not have sex predispositions.
Which breed is more likely to develop familial CKD, especially PKD?
Persian cats are more likely to develop Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD).
What are classic signs of dehydration in a physical exam?
Skin tenting, tacky mucous membranes, and sunken eyes indicate dehydration.