Lecture 22 - Renal Replacement Therapy Flashcards

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Why is Continuous VenoVenous Hemodiafiltration (CVVHDF) used for people with sepsis/low bp/shock?

A

It performs the dialysis process more slowly –> less hemodynamic changes

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How often does Peritoneal Dialysis have to be conducted?

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Every day because it is less efficient.

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Immunosuppression for transplant therapy includes _____ and _____, both of which are ______ inhibitors. Which of these two has more cosmetic side effects?

A

Cyclosporine and Tacrolimus

Calcineurin inhibitors

Cyclosporine has more cosmetic side effects (so Tacrolimus is used more).

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Antimetabolites including Mycophenolate Mofetil, Mycophenolic Acid, and _______ are used in Transplant therapy as well.

A

Azothioprine

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