Search results for "Nephrology"
MKSAP Quiz: Lower extremity edema and fatigue
A 29-year-old man is hospitalized for lower extremity edema and fatigue that has progressed over the past 6 months. Laboratory studies document kidney failure. Following a physical exam, additional lab studies, and kidney biopsy, results of which tests will most likely explain this patient's findings?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/05/25/3.htm
25 May 2021
Residents reimagine antiracism curriculum
Residents interested in diversity, equity, and inclusion are taking matters into their own hands, creating new training initiatives about the subject as a formal part of their medical school curriculum.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/07/residents-reimagine-antiracism-curriculum.htm
1 Jul 2021
MKSAP Quiz: Difficult-to-control hypertension
A 62-year-old man is evaluated during a follow-up visit for difficult-to-control hypertension. He also has chronic kidney disease and hyperlipidemia. Following a physical exam and lab studies, what is the most appropriate additional treatment?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/08/24/3.htm
24 Aug 2021
MKSAP Quiz: Follow-up for elevated serum creatinine level
A 35-year-old man is evaluated during a follow-up visit for an elevated serum creatinine level discovered during a recent hospitalization for cellulitis of the right lower leg. He is a migratory agricultural worker. Following a physical exam, lab studies, and kidney ultrasound, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/09/21/3.htm
21 Sep 2021
NKF-ASN task force issues final report on use of race in diagnosing kidney disease
Effective immediately in the U.S., estimated glomerular filtration rate should be calculated with an updated equation that does not include a race modifier for Black patients, the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) and the American Society of Nephrology (ASN) said.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/09/28/2.htm
28 Sep 2021
Latest updates on ACP's priorities, initiatives
ACP Spotlight offers readers a look at ACP's current top priorities and initiatives, as well as highlights from our e-newsletter, ACP Internist Weekly.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/11/latest-updates-on-acps-priorities-initiatives.htm
1 Nov 2021
MKSAP Quiz: Follow-up for stable chronic kidney disease
A 57-year-old man is evaluated during follow-up for stable chronic kidney disease diagnosed 1 year ago. He also has type 2 diabetes mellitus, hyperlipidemia, and peripheral artery disease. On physical examination, blood pressure is 128/74 mm Hg, pulse rate is 65/min, and respiration rate is 18/min. Bilateral carotid and lower abdominal quadrant bruits are heard. Peripheral extremity pulses are diminished. The remainder of the examination is normal. After laboratory studies, what is the appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/11/09/3.htm
9 Nov 2021
Obituaries
ACP remembers College leaders.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/01/obituaries.htm
1 Jan 2022
Equation for kidney failure risk that excludes race shows better sensitivity, specificity than eGFR alone
The four-variable equation includes age, sex, estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR), and urinary albumin-creatinine ratio.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/01/11/4.htm
11 Jan 2022
MKSAP Quiz: Preconception counseling
This week's quiz asks readers to determine the appropriate management for a 28-year-old woman with hypertension who is seeking preconception counseling.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/01/11/3.htm
11 Jan 2022