Renal Flashcards
1
Q
Why would someone with Crohn’s not be suitable for peritoneal dialysis?
A
Their Crohn’s disease would make the insertion of the peritoneal dialysis catheter dangerous and it would be dangerous to infuse and drain the fluid - because bowel already very inflamed
2
Q
When is renal replacement therapy usually started?
A
Usually started when GFR <10 ml/minute or when GFR <15ml/minute if they are diabetic
3
Q
What type of testicular tumour will have normal AFP and HCG levels?
A
Seminoma - semiNOT raised
4
Q
Platelet levels in HSP?
A
Normal
5
Q
Which medication would you give to present ascites in someone with CKD?
A
Spironolactone
6
Q
Normal daily iron requirement for men
A
8mg
7
Q
Normal daily iron requirement for women
A
14mg
8
Q
Main site of iron absorption
A
Duodenum
