Nephro-CKD Flashcards
1
Q
Clinically, when should chronic tubulointerstitial disease be considered?
A
With slowly progressive or stable chronic kidney disease of unclear cause associated with bland urine sediment, proteinuria <2000 mg/24h, and atrophic kidneys on US
2
Q
How is CKD managed?
A
rapid determination and treatment of underlying causes of chronic tubulointerstitial disease may result in slower progression or slight reversal of kidney dysfunction.
-D/C meds, blood pressure control, immunosuppressive therapy if an inflammatory cause is present
