Search results for "Nephrology"
Abnormal urine protein dipstick results rarely followed up, study finds
An analysis of more than one million people tested across 33 U.S. health systems found that 13% had abnormal protein levels, but only 6.7% of those with abnormal results had further testing for albuminuria within a year.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2024/10/01/4.htm
1 Oct 2024
Tackling care fragmentation in patients on dialysis
Primary care for patients on dialysis is highly variable, with no typical way that it is delivered. Careful coordination is key.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2024/09/tackling-care-fragmentation-in-patients-on-dialysis.htm
1 Sep 2024
MKSAP Quiz: Follow-up visit for hypertension
A 52-year-old woman is evaluated during a follow-up visit for hypertension. Losartan and chlorthalidone were started 1 month ago. She adheres to her medication regimen and low sodium diet. She has no other medical problems and takes no other medications. Following a physical exam and lab studies, what is the most appropriate additional treatment?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2024/09/17/3.htm
17 Sep 2024
Urinalysis as a ‘liquid biopsy of the kidney’
Components of the urinalysis can really be helpful for a few specific diagnoses that sometimes might be ignored.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2024/01/urinalysis-as-a-liquid-biopsy-of-the-kidney.htm
1 Jan 2024
MKSAP Quiz: Polyuria, nocturia for 6 weeks
A 38-year-old woman seeks treatment for polyuria and nocturia that began 6 weeks ago after starting lithium for bipolar disorder. Medical history is otherwise unremarkable. Her only other medication is olanzapine. Following a physical exam and lab studies, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2024/06/11/3.htm
11 Jun 2024
Salt tablets no salve for hyponatremia
At Kidney Week in fall 2023, an endocrinologist covered the latest in outpatient diagnosis and treatment of syndrome of inappropriate antidiuresis (SIAD).
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2024/02/salt-tablets-no-salve-for-hyponatremia.htm
1 Feb 2024
Even albuminuria within normal limits associated with risk for CKD progression, study finds
Patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and albuminuria of 15 to 30 mg/g had more than double the risk of CKD progression over 10 years compared with those with a urine albumin-creatinine ratio of 0 to less than 5 mg/g.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2024/04/02/2.htm
2 Apr 2024
A1c targets for type 1 diabetes, dialysis patients discussed at nephrology meeting
PHILADEPHIA—Tight glucose control appears beneficial in preventing kidney function decline in newly diagnosed type 1 diabetics, but not so helpful for diabetics who already have kidney failure, according to data presented at the annual meeting of the American Society of Nephrology.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/11/15/1.htm
15 Nov 2011
Tips for workplace wellness
With nearly 63% of physicians reporting one or more signs of burnout, two experts offered advice on making changes to help prevent it.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/07/tips-for-workplace-wellness.htm
1 Jul 2023
MKSAP Quiz: Runner evaluation during a marathon
A 22-year-old woman participating in a marathon is evaluated in the medical tent for headache, confusion, and disorientation after she stopped running at mile 20. This is her first marathon. Following a physical exam and lab studies, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2024/03/05/3.htm
5 Mar 2024