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What are two signs that a patient may be suffering from acute pyelonephritis?

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  • Temperature >38C
  • Loin pain or tenderness
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A young brother and sister both present with dysuria alone, consider what may be the diagnoses for each?

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Girl - cystitis, vulvitis
Boy - balantitis

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A baby is suffering for a fever. They are vomiting not feeding well. Their skin appears slightly yellow and their urine smells funny. What may they be suffering from and name some causative organisms?

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UTI:
- E.coli
- Klebsiella
- Proteus
- Pseudomonas
- Strep faecalis

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A child has been diagnosed with a UTI. Compared to an infant who will present with non-specific symptoms such as a fever, what may an older child complain of in addition?

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  • Dysuria
  • Frequency of urination
  • Loin pain
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What do nitrites in urine indicate?

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  • Nitrites: gram negative bacteria breaking down nitrates to nitrites
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Considering the presence of nitrites and leukocytes in a clean catch urine sample, what may point towards a UTI?

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  • Nitrites and leukocytes –> Tx as UTI
  • Nitrites only –> Tx as UTI
  • Leukocytes only –> only Tx as UTI if clinical evidence that it’s one
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What do leukocytes in urine suggest?

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If significant increase then suggests infection or cause of inflammation

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What is vesico-ureteric reflex (VUR)?

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Tendency of urine to flow from bladder to ureters

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Alongside antibiotics what investigative method should be carried out for children with a suspected UTI?

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Ultrasound of the kidneys and urinary tract

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What are typical antibiotics for a UTI?

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Ceftriaxone, trimethoprim, cefalexin, amoxicillin
(Nitrofurantoin given in older child)

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What is a patient with vesico-ureteric reflex (VUR) predisposed to?

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Upper UTI and subsequent renal scarring

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How is vesico-ureteric reflex diagnosed?

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Micturating cystourethrogram (MCUG)

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What is the management of vesico-ureteric reflex (VUR)?

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Avoid constipation or excessively full bladder. Prophylactic abx.

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What level of single organism is required in a clean catch urine sample for diagnosis of UTI?

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> 10^5/ml single organism

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What factors can predispose a child to a UTI?

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Incomplete bladder emptying
Constipation
Vesicoureteric reflex

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Nocturnal enuresis is more common in which sex?

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Boys in a 2:1 ratio tend to grow out of it.

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What are two non-organic causes of nocturnal enuresis?

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  • Emotional stress
  • Lack of parental approval facilitating learnt nigh-time continence
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What are organic causes of nocturnal enuresis?

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  1. UTI
  2. Faecal retention severe enough to reduce bladder volume and cause bladder neck dysfunction
  3. Polyuria from osmotic diuresis
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What is a medication that can be given to children suffering from nocturnal enuresis?

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Desmopressin

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What is desmopressin?

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ADH analogue, achieving suppressant effect as opposed to a lasting one.

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When a child is suffering from nocturnal enuresis, what is important to be carried out to rule out…?

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Urine sample for glucose and protein to rule out infection

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What is neuropathic bladder and what is it associated with in young children?

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Enlarged bladder that fails to empty properly with an irregular thick wall - associated with daytime enuresis (caused by spina bifida and neuro conditions)

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What are some causes of daytime enuresis?

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  • Lack of attention to bladder sensation
  • Detrusor instability
  • Bladder neck weakness
  • Neuropathic bladder
  • UTI, constipation
  • Ectopic ureter (dribbling, child always damp)
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What levels of spinal lesion should be checked to determine a possible cause of daytime enuresis?

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S2, S3, S4 dermatomes

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What are potential signs that a patient may have a neuropathic bladder?
Bladder found distended, abnormal perineal sensation and anal tone, abnormal leg reflexes and gait.
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What management options may be used for daytime enuresis?
- Star charts, bladder training, pelvic floor exercises - Portable alarm activated by wee - Anticholinergic drugs e.g. oxybutynin
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What may cause daytime enuresis relapse?
- Emotional upset (most common) - UTI - Polyuria from osmotic diuresis in diabetes mellitus or renal concentrating disease
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What is the pathophysiological mechanism that causes nephrotic syndrome?
Basement membrane in the glomerulus becomes highly permeable to protein --> proteins leak from blood into the urine
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What is the classic triad of nephrotic syndrome?
1. Low serum albumin 2. High urine protein content (>3+ protein on urine dipstick) 3. Oedema
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A 4 year old presents with frothy urine, generalized oedema and pallor with breathlessness due to pleural effusion and abdominal distension. Dx?
Nephrotic syndrome
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What is the commonest cause of nephrotic syndrome in children?
Minimal change disease
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What is present on renal biopsy and standard microscopy for minimal change disease?
Normal
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What is present on urinalysis for minimal change disease?
Small molecular weight proteins and hyaline casts
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What is the management for minimal change disease?
Corticosteroids (e.g. prednisolone)
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Nephrotic disease is secondary to causes that include?
Intrinsic kidney disease (focal segmental glomerulosclerosis, membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis) Underling systemic illness (HSP, diabetes, infection e.g. HIV, hepatitis, malaria)
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What is the management medical options for nephrotic disease?
- Prednisolone (high dose steroid) - Low salt diet - Diuretics to treat oedema - Prophylactic antibiotics if severe
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What is the steroid course of treatment for nephrotic syndrome?
High dose for 4 weeks then wean for 8 weeks
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What should be given in conjunction should patients be receiving steroid therapy for nephrotic syndrome?
Cyclosporine, tacrolimus, rituximab (ACEi and immunosuppressants)
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What are potential complications of nephrotic syndrome?
1. Hypovolemia 2. Thrombosis 3. Infection 4. Acute or chronic renal failure 5. Relapse
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Why is hypovolemia a complication of nephrotic syndrome?
Fluid leaks from intravascular space to interstitial space causing oedema and low blood pressure
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Why does nephrotic syndrome have thrombosis as a complication?
Proteins which prevent blood clotting are lost in the kidneys
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Why can infection result from nephrotic syndrome?
Kidney leaks immunoglobulins weakening the capacity of the immune system to respond to infection. This is combined with steroid which will further weaken the immune system
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What is the inheritance pattern of congenital nephrotic syndrome?
Recessive inheritance - common in consanguineous families
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What is the management of congenital nephrotic syndrome?
Unilateral nephrectomy followed by dialysis (if renal failure) - until old enough for renal transplantation
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What is nephritis?
Inflammation within nephrons of the kidneys
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What does nephritis cause (consider triad)?
1. Reduced kidney function 2. Haematuria (visible or invisible amounts of blood in the urine) 3. Proteinuria
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A patient suffered tonsillitis confirmed to be caused by streptococcus pyogenes 20 days ago. They are now suffering from haematuria and have confirmed proteinuria. What is the possible diagnosis?
Post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis
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What is the pathophysiology of post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis?
Immune complexes stuck in glomeruli of kidney cause acute deterioration of renal function and therefore AKI
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What are the components of the immune complex in post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis?
Streptococcal antigens Antibodies Complement proteins
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What is the management of post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis?
Supportive - 80% recover with potential progressive deterioration of the renal function possible leading to HTN + oedema Tx: antihypertensive meds, diuretics
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IgA nephropathy (Berger's disease) pathophysiology?
Related to HSP; IgA deposits in the nephrons of the kidney causing inflammation
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What will be seen on renal biopsy in a patient with IgA nephropathy?
IgA deposits and glomerular mesangial proliferation
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What is the management for IgA nephropathy?
Supportive of renal failure Immunosuppressant medication e.g. steroids, cyclophosphamide to slow disease progression
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What is Henoch-Scholein Purpura preceded by?
URTI or gastroenteritis
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What is the pathophysiology of HSP?
IgA and IgG interact to produce complexes activating complement and deposited in affected organs precipitating inflammatory response to vasculitis
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What is the management for HSP?
Supportive and monitor (urine dip and BP)
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What are the clinical findings of HSP?
- Fever, joint pain, swelling - Rash (symmetrical; buttocks, arms, ankles, legs) - Periarticular oedema - Colicky abdominal pain - Renal involvement with haematuria and proteinuria
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What can treat the abdominal pain associated with HSP?
Corticosteroids
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What is the genetic inheritance pattern of Alport Syndrome?
X-linked recessive disorder
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Alport syndrome is associated with?
Nerve deafness and ocular defects Progresses to end-stage renal failure by early adult life in males
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What is the management of nephritis?
- Fluid and electrolyte balance - Diuretics - Monitor for rapid deterioration in renal function
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What is the commonest cause of AKI in children (think pre, renal, post)?
Prerenal - Hypovolemia (gastroenteritis, burns, sepsis, haemorrhage, nephrotic syndrome) - Circulatory failure
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What is the management of pre-renal failure (to prevent what)?
Prevent acute tubular necrosis - Treat hypovolemia with fluid replacement and circulatory support
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How to treat metabolic acidosis in renal failure?
Sodium bicarbonate
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What are three complications of renal failure (intrarenal) causing AKI?
1. Metabolic acidosis 2. Hyperphosphatemia 3. Hyperkalemia
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What is the treatment for hyperphosphatemia as a complication of AKI?
Calcium carbonate Dietary restriction
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What is a treatment of hyperkalemia?
CALCIUM GLUCONATE (if ECG change) Nebulised or IV salbutamol Glucose and insulin, dietary restriction Dialysis
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What is the classic triad of haemolytic uraemic syndrome?
1. Haemolytic anaemia 2. AKI 3. Thrombocytopenia
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What is haemolytic uraemic syndrome?
Thrombosis within the small blood vessels throughout the body
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What triggers haemolytic uraemic syndrome?
Shiga toxin most commonly E.coli 0157 (shigella also)
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How will a patient suffering for haemolytic uraemic syndrome tend to present?
Brief gastroenteritis with bloody diarrhoea followed by symptoms ~5 days later: - Haematuria or dark brown urine - Lethargy, irritability - Confusion - Oedema - HTN - Bruise - Reduced urine output, abdominal pain
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A patient has suffered acute gastroenteritis 5 days ago, they are now suffering from AKI symptoms and have been found to have haemolytic anaemia and thrombocytopenia on blood test. What is the possible diagnosis?
Haemolytic uraemic syndrome
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What is the management of haemolytic uraemic syndrome?
Renal dialysis, antihypertensive, blood transfusion with careful management of fluid balance Note: tends to be self-limiting and only support is supportive
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Is chronic kidney disease common?
Rare
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What is the ultimate aim of management for chronic kidney disease in children?
Prevent symptoms and metabolic abnormalities of chronic renal failure to facilitate normal growth and development whilst preserving renal function (consider multifaceted nature)
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Give examples of what may be done to support a patient in managing their chronic kidney disease?
Diet - Supplement calories - Sufficient protein intake Prevent renal osteodystrophy - Phosphate restriction Control salt and water balance and acidosis Anaemia - give recombinant human EPO Hormonal abnormalities - Recombinant human GH as often delayed puberty Dialysis and transplantation - need to give immunosuppression with combination of pred, tacrolimus, AZA, MMF
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What is hypospadias?
Urethral meatus abnormally displaced to the ventral side (towards scrotum) in lads
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What is epispadias?
Meatus displace to dorsal side of penis
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Chordee?
Head of penis bent down
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What is the management of hypospadias in lads?
Surgery after 3-4 months of age to correct position and straighten penis
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Complications of hypospadias?
- Difficulty directing urine - Cosmetic/psychological concerns - Sexual dysfunction

Phase 3a - Paediatrics (11 decks)

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