Search results for "Nephrology"
One glomerular filtration rate equation may offer better tradeoffs than the other, review indicates
While neither of the two main equations for calculating glomerular filtration rates (GFRs) is universally better, the Chronic Kidney Disease Epidemiology Collaboration (CKD-EPI) equation may be more useful for patients in North America, Europe and Australia, a study concluded.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/02/14/4.htm
14 Feb 2012
MKSAP Quiz: ED visit for agitated person
This week's quiz asks readers to evaluate a 32-year-old man who presents to the emergency department disoriented, combative and agitated.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/03/20/3.htm
20 Mar 2012
Undiagnosed diseases program tries to crack the tough cases
When a condition stumps the experts, the experts turn to a center of last resort, the federal Undiagnosed Diseases Program at the National Institutes of Health. Medical teams take a “big picture” view and a fresh eye to pick up on what may have been missed.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2012/05/mystery.htm
1 May 2012
MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation of a type 1 diabetic patient after a marathon
This week's quiz asks readers to evaluate a 22-year-old man with type 1 diabetes who has just run a marathon.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/05/08/3.htm
8 May 2012
Guidelines on peripheral arterial ultrasound and physiologic testing
New guidelines describe the appropriate uses of arterial ultrasound and physiological testing for patients with known or suspected peripheral vascular disorders.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/06/19/7.htm
19 Jun 2012
Treatment for kidney failure may be less likely in older adults, study indicates
Older adults may not receive treatment for kidney failure as often as younger patients, according to a new study.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/06/26/6.htm
26 Jun 2012
Combination of creatinine and cystatin C more accurate than either alone for GFR
Combining creatinine and cystatin C measurements provided a more accurate estimation of glomerular filtration rate (GFR) than using either measurement alone, a new study found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/07/10/4.htm
10 Jul 2012
MKSAP Quiz: Older man with progressive fatigue
This week's quiz asks readers to evaluate a 62-year-old man for a 2-month history of progressive fatigue, dyspnea on exertion, anorexia, and nausea.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/07/31/3.htm
31 Jul 2012
Two models may offer accurate assessment of GFR in older adults
Two newly developed estimates of glomerular filtration rate (GFR) may provide more accurate assessment of kidney function in older adults, a study found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/10/02/4.htm
2 Oct 2012
‘Goldilocks' goal for diabetes and CKD
Managing kidney disease in diabetes requires meeting individualized parameters and balancing risks in nephrology and cardiology. Learn whether more aggressive treatment is warranted in this population.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2012/11/diabetes.htm
1 Nov 2012