Paediatric Nephrology Flashcards
1
Q
What is the likely cause of proteinuria/haematuria?
A
Glomerular disease
2
Q
What are the types of glomerular disease?
A
Nephrotic syndrome
Nephritic syndrome
3
Q
Cause of acute kidney injury
A
Haemolytic uraemic syndrome
4
Q
Cause of chronic kidney disease
A
Developmental anomalies
5
Q
CAKUT
A
Congenital anomalies of the kidney and urinary tract
6
Q
What are the functions of the kidney?
A
Waste handling Water handling Salt balance Acid base control Endocrine