GU

Question 1

How much is the typical insensible losses ?

What is the formula to calculate insensible losses ?

Answer 1

400/m^2

The square of (ht (cm)Xkg /3600)

Question 2

What are the characteristics of PRUNE BELLY SYNDROME ?

Answer 2

1) Abdominal wall -partial or complete abscence
2) Cryotchidism
3) Urinary tract malformations
ie. hydronephrosis, bladder distention, VUR

Question 3

What is each of the renal images best for ?

ie. VCUG -
DMSA scan -
ie. Diuretic Renonography (DTPSA scan)

Answer 3

vcug - best for reflux to see the grade and other anatomical issues
DMSA scan - RENAL scarring and activity
DTPSA - posterior urethral valves
DTPSA- good for renal function ie. gfr calculation

Question 4

What is the management for solitary kidney or multicystic dysplastic kidney ie. (Displastic kidney )

Answer 4

1) Survey for UTI because at risk
2) Monitor for complications ie. the size and function and hydronephrosis of the solitary kidney
3) All sports ie. contact sports allowed

Question 5

What conditions fall under the cystinosis category ? (4)

Answer 5

All can have fanconi anemia
-galactosemia
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