SA Chronic Kidney Disease Flashcards
What percentage of nephrons are lost before clinical signs of CKD are observed?
75%
Which breeds is polycystic kidney disease seen in?
Persian cats
In cats, what are the two major differentials for CKD?
Diabetes mellitus
Hyperthyroidism
What is the clinical sign related to renal secondary hyperparathyroidism?
Rubber jaw
What is the gold dtandard measure of renal filtration>
GFR
What are the values for submaximally concentrated urine in the cat or the dog?
Cat: USG < 1.035
Dog: USG < 1.030
What is the staging process that you should use with CKD?
IRIS staging
What are the three measurements made in IRIS staging?
Creatinine
Proteinura
Blood pressure
What four things should you control to delay the progression of CKD?
Hypertension
Proteinuria
Hyperphosphataemia
Hypokalaemia
What three thinds are restricted in a renal diet?
Protein
Phosphorus
Sodium
What are two things that you should avoid to avoid protein calorie malnutrition in patients with CKD>
Avoid introducing prescription diets in the hospital. Syringe feeding.
Where can you look for evidence of hypertension?
Retina