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Term
What provides a smooth surface for blood to flow against?
Definition
Endothelium of BV
Term
What is the BV endothelium called?
Definition
the Intima
Term
What is in the adventitia around the arteries?
Definition
CT, Nerves, small arterioles
Term
Do BV get all of their nutrients from the blood they carry?
Definition
No, they need additional capillaries to provide their own blood supply
Term
What are the elastic arteries often called?
Definition
Large arteries
Term
What are two examples of medium BV?
Definition
Coronary and renal arteries
Term
Can different types of arteries be susceptible to different types of dx?
Definition
Yes
Term
Compare arteries to veins
Definition
Veins have greater diameter, larger lumens, thinner walls. Only some veins have smooth muscle
Term
If the CV system is in a hypertensive state, what will present first?
Definition
enlarged veins before enlarged arteries
Term
What does the weaker nature of veins leave them prone to?
Definition
irregular dilation compression and inflammation
Term
What do venous valves do?
Definition
Fxn as check valves to prevent backflow of blood
Term
What is the diameter of a normal capillary?
Definition
~ 1 RBC in diameter
Term
How thick are capillaries?
Definition
Single endothelial cell
Term
How much capillary surface area is there in 1 cubic inch of tissue?
Definition
20 sq ft
Term
Are capillaries how pressure or low? Fast or slow blood flow?
Definition
low pressure; slow blood flow
Term
What are fxn's of the endothelium?
Definition
permeability, vessel repair, coagulation/clotting, regulates inflammation/cell growth, oxidizes LDL, modulates blood flow
Term
Where is the BV endothelium found?
Definition
Throughout the entire vascular system
Term
What role do cytokines play with BV endothelium?
Definition
mediate inflammation
Term
What role do growth factors play with BV endothelium?
Definition
regulate growth
Term
What is the only vein that has oxygenated blood?
Definition
Pulmonary artery
Term
Where is the tricuspid valve?
Definition
Right atrium --> Right ventricle
Term
Where is the mitral valve?
Definition
Left atrium --> Left ventricle
Term
What is the sinus rhythm?
Definition
the rhythm of a normal heart
Term
Define tachycardia
Definition
>100 BPM
Term
Define bradycardia
Definition
<100 BPM, rare compared to tachycardia
Term
What is the coronary artery most commonly affected in MI?
Definition
left anterior descending artery
Term
What does the SA node control?
Definition
electrical impulse that coordinates contraction of the heart
Term
What can cause tachycardia?
Definition
fever, sickness, weakness
Term
What is the cutoff for reduced risk of MI with regards to resting heart rate?
Definition
70 BPM
Term
What is systole?
Definition
contraction/emptying blood form the heart
Term
Do the left and right sides of the heart contract simultaneously?
Definition
Yes
Term
What two structures receive blood from the heart?
Definition
pulmonary artery, aorta
Term
What is the first heart sound?
Definition
when the tricuspid and mitral valves close at the beginning of heart contraction cycle
Term
What valves are closed as blood is exiting the heart?
Definition
mitral and tricuspid valve "MT"
Term
What is the first heart sounds also called?
Definition
S1
Term
What is diastole?
Definition
relaxation/filling of heart with blood
Term
What valves are closed during diastole?
Definition
pulmonary and aortic valves
Term
What causes the second heart sound?
Definition
Closing of pulmonary and aortic valves
Term
What is the second heart sound also called?
Definition
S2
Term
What is cardiac preload?
Definition
How much blood is present in the ventricle at the end of diastole (how 'full' the heart is)
Term
What is the Frank-Starling relationship?
Definition
the elastic stretching of the ventricle due to blood filling it
Term
What is afterload?
Definition
The force that resists blood flow through the body
Term
What is the main cause of afterload?
Definition
arterial pressure
Term
What is a high afterload?
Definition
A less elastic arterial system, greater resistance to blood flow
Term
What is contractility also called?
Definition
Inotropy
Term
What is contractility?
Definition
The ability of the heart muscle to change shape independent of preload/afterload
Term
What can decrease contractility?
Definition
beta blockers
Term
What controls contractility?
Definition
calcium levels and Beta-1 sympathetic system
Term
How much blood per minute can a normal heart move?
Definition
5-6L
Term
What do calcium channel blockers do in the heart?
Definition
Works on the inner walls of cells, decreases contractility by keeping Ca++ in the cell
Term
What is cardiac index?
Definition
cardiac output divided by body surface area
Term
What is a normal cardiac index?
Definition
2.6-4.2 L/min/m^2
Term
What is a sinus (general definition)
Definition
Any opening/hollowing/cavity
Term
Can the sinoatrial (SA) node regulate the heart beat?
Definition
yes, 60-100 bpm
Term
Can the AV node regulate heart beat?
Definition
Yes, it tends to only 40-60 bpm, tends to be overruled by faster beating SA node
Term
What is fibrillation?
Definition
irregular contraction of heart muscle
Term
Where does the contraction impulse go from the AV node?
Definition
into the bundle of His --> divides into R and L branches --> purkinje fibers in ventricle wall
Term
What does the sympathetic system innervate in the heart?
Definition
atria and ventricles
Term
How does the sympathetic system affect cardiac output?
Definition
increases calcium, which increases contractility --> greater output
Term
What does the parasympathetic system innervate?
Definition
atria via the vagus nerve, little effect on ventricles
Term
What does parasympathetic system do to cardiac output?
Definition
decrease
Term
What maintains the resting membrane potential of nerve fibers?
Definition
Na/K ATP pump maintains depolarized (more negative) intracellular state
Term
What leaks faster, Na or K?
Definition
K leaks out faster than Na leaks in, so it will always be negative inside of cell
Term
What is open when a cell is depolarizing?
Definition
Na+ gates
Term
What is open when a cell is repolarizing?
Definition
K+ gates
Term
What is faster, cardiac or regular neural AP's?
Definition
systemic neural AP's
Term
Does the SA node spontaneously depolarize?
Definition
yes
Term
What causes the SA node to spontaneously depolarize?
Definition
natural leakiness to Na+ and Ca++
Term
What are the types of Ca++ channels in the heart?
Definition
L and T channels
Term
What Ca++ channel type is affected stronger by cardiac drugs?
Definition
L channels
Term
What stays depolarized longer, SA node or cardiac muscle?
Definition
cardiac muscle
Term
What causes slow repolarization of cardiac muscle?
Definition
Ca++ channels that are slow to close
Term
When can cardiac muscle repolarize?
Definition
once K+ and Ca++ channels are closed
Term
What opens first in cardiac muscle depolarization?
Definition
Na+ gates first, Ca++ second
Term
Compare cardiac and skeletal muscle
Definition
cardiac cells are smaller than skeletal, cardiac cells are connected via gap jxn's, all cardiac muscle cells share neural stimulation --> firing at the same time
Term
How many syncytia are found in the heart?
Definition
two
Term
Where are the syncytia found in the heart?
Definition
atrial and ventricular
Term
What is the term for blocks of cardiac cells that fire together due to gap jxn's?
Definition
syncytia
Term
Do ions move easier in cardiac or skeletal muscle?
Definition
cardiac muscle
Term
What can induce Ca++ release in a cardiac muscle cell?
Definition
Initial Ca++ entering cell causes sarcoplasmic reticulum and mitochondria to release Ca++
Term
If Ca++ cannot leave cardiac muscle, what happens?
Definition
Muscle cannot relax
Term
What is seen in the unbound [Ca++] when contractility is increased?
Definition
[Ca++] is high
Term
Do Ca++ channel blockers completely stop Ca++ flow?
Definition
No, it only restricts it
Term
How is Ca++ removed from the cell?
Definition
Sodium/Calcium exchange, calcium is taken up by the sarcoplasmic reticulum and mitochondria
Term
What is the prevalence of CVD death in the US?
Definition
34.00000%
Term
How much does CVD depress life expectancy?
Definition
7 years
Term
At what ages does cancer overtake CVD for #1 cause of death?
Definition
75
Term
What ratio of pt's wil present with some form of CVD?
Definition
1 in 3
Term
Are males or females more likely to die from CVD?
Definition
Both are equally likely, CVD is the # killer of both sexes
Term
Where do women present with heart dx s/sx?
Definition
jaw and back more likely
Term
Which arm is more likely to present pain during a cardiac event?
Definition
left arm, but both can present it
Term
What is syncope?
Definition
a short term loss of consciousness
Term
What are the most important s/sx of heart dx?
Definition
jaw, back, dyspnea, nausea and vomiting (n&V)
Term
What ocular findings increase risk of CVD?
Definition
ARMD, retinopathy (diabetic or non)
Term
What is the increased prevalence of CVD in ARMD?
Definition
2x higher death rate from CVD
Term
What is the increased prevalence of CVD in retinopathy?
Definition
2-6x higher chance of heart dx
Term
What can CVD cause in the eye?
Definition
TIA, central retinal vein occlusion (CRVO), ocular ischemic syndrome (carotid blockage)
Term
Name two CV meds than can cause adverse ocular rxns
Definition
warfarin, amiodarone
Term
What ocular med can cause stroke?
Definition
lucentis
Term
What can require AB prophylaxis?
Definition
some optometric procedures if the pt also has CVD
Term
What is a typical biochemical sign of MI
Definition
serum enzyme levels increase
Term
What three enzymes can indicated MI?
Definition
creatine phosphokinase

Lactate dehydrogenase

troponin I
Term
What is CK-MB?
Definition
creatine phosphokinase - myocardial band
Term
What is the onset of increased CK-MB?
Definition
2-6 hr
Term
What can cause LDH-1 serum levels to increase?
Definition
death of RBC's
Term
What is the peak of CK-MB serum levels
Definition
12-24 hrs
Term
When is CK-MB back to normal after MI
Definition
3 days
Term
What is the onset of increased LDH-1 after MI?
Definition
24-72 hr
Term
When I the peak of LDH-1 levels after MI?
Definition
2-5 days
Term
When does LDH-1 drop back to normal after a MI?
Definition
14 days
Term
When does troponin I increase after MI?
Definition
4-6 hrs
Term
What is the peak of troponin I levels after MI?
Definition
10-24 hrs
Term
When does troponin I levels return to normal after a MI?
Definition
10-15 days
Term
How many waves are in a normal ECG
Definition
5 waves (deflections)
Term
What is the 'P' wave in an ECG?
Definition
atrial cell depolarization
Term
What is the 'QRS' wave in an ECG?
Definition
ventricle depolarization
Term
What is the 'T' wave in an ECG?
Definition
ventricular repolarization
Term
What is the PR interval?
Definition
measure of AV conduction time
Term
What is cardiac catheterization?
Definition
insertion of a thin flexible tube into a vein (often femoral) or artery, which is guided into the heart
Term
What can cardiac catheterization detect?
Definition
BP and patterns of blood flow; cardiac output in general
Term
How is angiography contrast introduced?
Definition
cardiac catheterization
Term
What image is taken in contrast angiography?
Definition
x-ray
Term
What is monitored in a cardiac stress test?
Definition
ECG, BP, pulse rate
Term
What changes during cardiac ischemia during a stress test?
Definition
ECG
Term
What is echocardiography?
Definition
ultrasound scan of the heart, measures structure and movement of heart
Term
What is a MUGA scan?
Definition
Multiple gated acquisition scan
Term
What is measured in a MUGA scan?
Definition
left ventricular wall motion and ventricle ability to eject blood
Term
What is the stress thallium test commonly known as?
Definition
DIP-thal test
Term
What is administered in the DIP-thal test
Definition
Thallium 201 is injected into the vein
Term
What does the DIP-thal test measure?
Definition
How much thallium is taken up by myocardial tissues, dead tissues absorbs it poorly
Term
What is a cold spot?
Definition
a region of dead or scarred heart tissue of compromised fxn
Term
What does Na/K pump inhibition cause?
Definition
slower conduction through AV node

increased contractility due to increased intracellular [Ca++]
Term
What are the visual side effects of Na/K pump inhibition?
Definition
blurred vision, altered color perception (blue tinged), haloes on dark objects
Term
When are visual side effects of Na/K pump inhibition most common?
Definition
overdose of related drugs
Term
What is Verapamil?
Definition
Decreases contractility through decreased influx of Ca++ into cardiac muscle

Delays removal of Ca++ from pacemaker cells
Term
What is the mechanism of Verapamil?
Definition
slows heart rate by interfering with SA and AV repolarization
Term
What cardiac meds interfere with the ANS?
Definition
beta blockers
Term
What do Beta blockers inhibit?
Definition
epinephrine activity
Term
What drug can slow conduction time and should not be used in severe heart block pt's?
Definition
beta blockers
Term
What do beta blockers do to heart activity?
Definition
decrease heart rate, decrease contractility
Term
What is the cause of primary HTN?
Definition
idopathic
Term
What % of HTN is primary?
Definition
70-95%
Term
What are the physiologic abnormalities in primary HTN?
Definition
persisten elevated cardiac output

abnormal peripheral resistance
Term
What is impaired natriuresis?
Definition
elevated BP --> does not cause natriuresis as it does in normals --> BP does not lower properly
Term
What is baroreceptor resetting?
Definition
In HTN, the baroreceptors maintain a set point that is too high, so the feedback loop does not damp BP properly
Term
Can renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system abnormalities cause HTN?
Definition
yes
Term
What is secondary HTN?
Definition
HTN that presents as a s/sx of another dx
Term
What can renal dx do to BP?
Definition
raise it due to reduced salt excretion, altered renin-angiotensin-aldosterone activity
Term
What can an adrenal or pituitary tumor do to BP?
Definition
Elevated it
Term
What can thyroid dx do to BP?
Definition
elevate it
Term
What can sleep apnea and sleep deprivation do to BP?
Definition
elevated it
Term
REDO slide 22!
Definition
Redo slide 22!!
Term
What are considerations for how to treat HTN?
Definition
level of BP elevation

What risk factors are present

Any comorbities? (diabetes, renal dx)

Any organ or CV dx?

Ethnicity
Term
What is the goal of HTN treatment?
Definition
Reduce CVD, morbidity and mortality
Term
What is the target BP for HTN tx?
Definition
<140/90 mmHg

If diabetic/renal dx is present, target is <130/80
Term
What reduction in stroke can be realized due to HTN tx?
Definition
35-40%
Term
What reduction in MI can be realized due to HTN tx?
Definition
20-25%
Term
What reduction in heart failure can be realized due to HTN tx?
Definition
>50%
Term
What are nonpharmacological measures to reduce HTN?
Definition
pt education

cease smoking

Na intake <2.3 g/d (6g NaCl)

Maintain 90 mmol/d of K+

Maintain proper Ca++, Mg+, and Vit D

weight reduction and exercise

limit EtOH
Term
What does reducing EtOH cause endocrine wise?
Definition
reduced catecholamine release
Term
What is very bad habit for maintaining proper BP?
Definition
binge drinking
Term
What is the level of BP reduction that can bee seen through 'dark chocolate tx'?
Definition
5.2 mmHg systolic

1.8 mmHg diastolic
Term
ACE inhibitors and CCB are being studied for what purpose?
Definition
HTN tx, reducing morbidity and mortality
Term
What is the mechanism of diuretics?
Definition
decreased Na+ reabsorption in kidneys
Term
What is the result of diuretic use?
Definition
increased urine output --> decreased blood volume
Term
How does the body resist diuretic effectiveness?
Definition
it can reset the feedback loop to maintain the higher HTN
Term
Can diuretics reduce peripheral resistance?
Definition
yes, via relaxing arteriolar smooth muscle
Term
What is a good drug to pair with a diuretic for HTN tx?
Definition
beta-blockers
Term
What ethnicity responds very well to diuretics for HTN tx?
Definition
black
Term
What are thiazide diuretics?
Definition
decrease Na+ reabsorption in the short term

increased vasodilation in the long term
Term
What is the time course for maximum effect in thiazide diuretics?
Definition
1-3 weeks
Term
What are the adverse effects of diuretics?
Definition
hypokalemia --> arrythmia

hyperuricemia (70%)

volume depletion

hypercalcemia

hyperglycemia (10%)
Term
What is the CI for thiazide diuretics?
Definition
diabetes
Term
What is the mechanism of loop diuretics?
Definition
inhibit re abosorption of ions in the loop of Henle
Term
What is the most efficacious of all diuretics?
Definition
loop diuretics
Term
Are loop diuretics long or short acting?
Definition
Short, must be taken 2x /day
Term
What is more potent, bumetanide or furosemide?
Definition
bemtanide, though furosemide more commonly prescribed. Loop diuretic.
Term
What are the adverse effects of loop diuretics?
Definition
Permanent ototoxicity

hyperuricemia

acute hypovolemia --> shock, arrythmia

K+ depletion
Term
What are K+ sparing diuretics?
Definition
inhibit Na reabsorption and K+ secretion

prevent aldosterone from binding and working
Term
Name a K+ sparing diuretic
Definition
spironolactone
Term
What are adverse side effects of K+ sparing diuretics?
Definition
gynecomastia in males, menstrual irregularity in females, therefore better as only a short term tx.
Term
Where are Beta blockers most effective?
Definition
In young and/or caucasian pt
Term
How do Beta blockers reduce HTN?
Definition
decrease cardiac output

decrease sympathetic outflow to decrease renin release
Term
What is the time course of beta blockers for treating HTN?
Definition
may take several weeks for maximum effect
Term
What are Beta blocker CI's?
Definition
sinus bradycardia

asthma

greater than 1st degree heart block

PAD ( non selective blockers

Diabetics that use insulin (non-selective blockers) --> masks s/sx of low insulin
Term
Redo slide 38!!
Definition
Redo slide 38!!
Term
Name 3 non-selective beta blockers
Definition
propranolol, timolol nadolol
Term
Name 3 Beta 1 selective beta blockers
Definition
atenolol, metoprolol, nebivolol
Term
Name an alpha and beta blocker
Definition
labetalol
Term
What are ACE inhibitors?
Definition
block angiotensin 1 --> angiotensin 2 pathway

reduce aldosterone

prevent bradykinin inactivation --> vasodilation
Term
What are adverse side effects of ACE inhibitors?
Definition
dry cough

rashes, fever

hyperkalemia

altered taste
Term
What is a CI for ACE inhibitors?
Definition
pregnancy
Term
What is the suffix for ACE inhibitors?
Definition
"-epril"
Term
What is the DOC for DM htn?
Definition
ACE inhibitors
Term
What drug is administered by MD for close observation?
Definition
ACE inhibitors, may cause syncope or angioedema
Term
What are ARB's?
Definition
angiotensin II antagonists
Term
How do ARB's work?
Definition
inhibit angiotensin II from binding to receptor, blocks aldosterone secretion
Term
Do ARB's influence bradykinins?
Definition
no
Term
What is a CI for ARB's?
Definition
pregnancy
Term
What are adverse effects of ARB's?
Definition
less dry cough
Term
Redo slide 45, ask about what drug she highlighted
Definition
see other side
Term
What is the mechanism of Ca++ channel blockers?
Definition
modulates smooth muscle Ca++ release --> reduces muscle tone, vasodilation
Term
Can Ca++ channel blockers reduce PR?
Definition
yes, cause vasodilation
Term
What is the time course for Ca++ channel blockers?
Definition
short duration, must be used tid for good control
Term
What are adverse effects of Ca++ channel blockers?
Definition
constipation

dizziness

HA

fatigue
Term
What are CI for Ca++ channel blockers?
Definition
heart failure,

topical Beta blockers --> hypotension, bradycardia, AV block
Term
Why are 2nd gen Ca++ channel blockers more effective?
Definition
relisten to lecture!
Term
What are renin inhibitors?
Definition
1st new class of HTN drugs in 10 yrs
Term
How do renin inhibitors work?
Definition
inhibits renin from producing angiotensin II
Term
What are the advantage of renin inhibitors?
Definition
taken qd
Term
What are the SE of renin inhibitors?
Definition
diarrhea, HA, cold symptoms
Term
Redo slide 50!
Definition
redo slide 50
Term
What are the disadvantages of combo drugs?
Definition
Cost!!
Term
What drugs were abandoned due to major CVD risk?
Definition
alpha blockers for HTN tx
Term
What is Clonidine?
Definition
a CNS drug that treats HTN
Term
What is Clonidine's mechanism for HTN?
Definition
sympathetic vasomotor center
Term
What is a good drug for treating HTN if kidney ex is present?
Definition
clonidine, it acts on the CNS instead of the kidneys
Term
What is catapres?
Definition
clonidine patch
Term
Redo slide 53
Definition
redo slide 53
Term
redo slide 54
Definition
redo slide 54
Term
What are the kidneys fxn's?
Definition
1. Remove waste
2. Regulate blood composition
3. Excrete foreign substances
Term
What is regulated in the blood by the kidneys?
Definition
1. Amount of water
2. Quantity and concentration of ions
3. Acid-base balance
Term
What are some systems affected by kidney fxn?
Definition
GI, neurologic, muscle, heart, pretty much all systems
Term
What shape is the kidney?
Definition
bean shaped, in back of abdomen at level of the lower ribs.

Each weighs 1/4 lb.

Dimensions: 4 x 2.5 x1.5 inches
Term
What is the major renal vein?
Definition
blood returns to heart through inferior vena cava
Term
What is the major renel artery?
Definition
major branch from aorta; 20% of systemic blood flow goes to kidney
Term
What is the blood flow through the kidney?
Definition
2.1 L per minute
Term
What is the kidney medulla?
Definition
containts light colored pyramids
Term
What is the kidney pelvis?
Definition
flat funnel shaped cavity that collects the urine into the ureters
Term
what is the kidney cortex?
Definition
Outer 1/3 of kidney, contains most of the filtration units
Term
What does 'pilo' refer to?
Definition
renal pelvis involvement
Term
Where is a nephron?
Definition
cortex and medulla, perpendicular to surface of kidney
Term
How many nephrons per kidney?
Definition
1M
Term
What doe each nephron do?
Definition
produce urine, clean the blood
Term
What has vasculature similar to the eye?
Definition
The kidney, so DM and SLE have similar effects on these structures
Term
What is a nephron?
Definition
ball of capillaries, long thin tube with a hair pin loop, closed at one end
Term
Where are peritubular capillaries?
Definition
around the nephron
Term
Who do peritubular capillaries absorb?
Definition
water, solutes, which leave renal tubules
Term
What provides blood to renal tissue?
Definition
peritubular capillaries
Term
What is the glomerulus?
Definition
pinhead sized filtration capsule 1million per kindey
Term
What is Bowman's Capsule?
Definition
hollow sphere around glomeruli that drain into the tubules
Term
What is the urine pole?
Definition
where the urine drains from the glomeruli
Term
Where is the vascular pole?
Definition
where blood enters the glomeruli
Term
What are juxtaglomerular cells?
Definition
baroreceptors that sense pressure change that produce, store and excrete renin
Term
Where are enlarged smooth muscle cells of afferent arterioles found in the kidneys?
Definition
juxtaglomerular cells
Term
Where are Bowman's capsules located?
Definition
outer 1/3 of cortex
Term
What are glomelular capillaries
Definition
ball of capillaries with fenestrated endothelium and incomplete basement membrane
Term
What are mesangial cells?
Definition
Cells w/ phagocytic and contractile fxn to control blood flow
Term
What holds the glomelular 'ball' together
Definition
mesangial cells
Term
What capillary has an incomplete basement membrane?
Definition
glomelular capillaries
Term
What are podocytes?
Definition
modified epithelial cells that support glomelular capillaries
Term
What are podocytes similar to?
Definition
choriocapillaris and RPE cells
Term
What gets through fenestrated structures more readily?
Definition
positively charged ions, substances found in high conc. Systemically, smaller size all facilitate movement across membrane
Term
Why should protein NOT be able to get into the glomerulus?
Definition
proteins are large molecules, SHOULD be too large to get through
Term
Is the glomelular capillary system high pressure?
Definition
yes, and it is leaky so exudates are forced through
Term
What are the two important factors that control glomelular filtration rates?
Definition
time and pressure
Term
Is there parasympathetic innervation in the afferent tubule?
Definition
no
Term
What does sympathetic stimulation of the kidney do?
Definition
constricts arteriole and releases rein from juxtaglomelular cells
Term
What does constriction of renal blood flow do?
Definition
slows blood flow and reduces filtration pressure
Term
What does angiotensin II do under sympathetic stimulus?
Definition
constriction of efferent ateriole
Term
What triggers angiotensin II?
Definition
renin
Term
What do PG's, nitric oxide, and endothelin do?
Definition
chemical mediators that influence renal blood vessels
Term
Where is the afferent arteriole of the glomerulus?
Definition
upstream from glomerulus
Term
Where is the efferent arteriole of the glomerulus?
Definition
downstream of glomerulus 'Efferent is the Exit'
Term
Does the kidney try to maintain constant filtration?
Definition
yes
Term
What is the mechanism of initial filtration?
Definition
2-3x higher pressure than any other capillary bed is found in glomeruli; this forces substances through capillaries
Term
What is the glomerulus selective for?
Definition
smaller substances, positive substances, configuration of the the substance
Term
What is in filtrate?
Definition
water, ions, glucose, AA, bicarbonate
Term
What is reabsorption?
Definition
substance filtered by glomeruli are brought back into the body
Term
What is reabsorbed?
Definition
ions, glucose, amino acids from the lumen of nephron
Term
What facilitates reabsorption?
Definition
specialized transporters on epithelial cells of nephrons
Term
Are transporters active or passive?
Definition
both!
Term
How is Na+ related to reabsorption?
Definition
Na+ is sometimes exchanged with substances, enters together via shared transporters or can undergo solvent drag with reabsorbed substances
Term
What are the two major modifers of absorption?
Definition
concentration, rate of filtrate flow
Term
What does a higher flow of filtrate cause?
Definition
Less time for transporters to glean their targeted substance
Term
Where does reabsorption of water occur?
Definition
alon tubules in a passive mechanism
Term
What % of total filtrate volume becomes urine?
Definition
1.00000%
Term
What is reabsorbed in the proximal tubule?
Definition
80% of glomelular filtrate
Term
What is reabsorbed in the Loop of Henle?
Definition
water and salt, 6% of filtrate reabsorbed here
Term
What is reabsorbed in the distal tubule?
Definition
9% of filtrate. Variable reabsorption and active secretion occurs
Term
What is reabsorbed in the collecting tubule?
Definition
4% of filtrate
Term
What is excretion sometimes called?
Definition
Secretion
Term
What is the distal tubule sometimes called?
Definition
Distal convoluated tubule
Term
What is excreted in the glomerulus?
Definition
water, ions, glucose, AA, bicarbonate
Term
What % of Na is reabsorbed?
Definition
66.00000%
Term
What does Na reabsorption depend on?
Definition
angiotensin II
Term
how much water and Cl- is reabsorbed?
Definition
80%, passively
Term
How much K+ is reabsorbed?
Definition
50%, actively
Term
Where is the filtrate isotonic?
Definition
entrance to the loope of Henle
Term
What is the only thing reabsorbed in the descending loop of Henle?
Definition
water
Term
What is the osmolarity of the filtrate as it leaves the Loop of Henle?
Definition
hypertonic
Term
What reabsorbs water reclaimed in the loop of Henle?
Definition
peritubular capillaries
Term
What does ''water flows down hill'' remind?
Definition
That water flows out (reabsorbed) in the descending loop of Henle
Term
As it enters the Ascending loop of Henle, what is the osmolarity?
Definition
hypertonic
Term
Is the ascending loop of Henle permeable to water?
Definition
No. 'Water can't flow uphill'
Term
What is reabsorbed in the Ascending Loop of Henle?
Definition
Na, K, Cl
Term
What does the reabsorption of salt do to the medulla?
Definition
Makes it very hypertonic
Term
What is the osmolarity of exit filtrate from the Acending loop of Henle?
Definition
hypotonic
Term
Where are macula densa cells?
Definition
Specialized epithelial cells that connect the distal convoluated tubule
Term
What do macula densa cells do?
Definition
Sense the levels sodium and chloride in filtrate.
Term
What do macula dense cells do if NaCl is low in the filtrate?
Definition
encourage relase of renin from juxtaglomelular cells
Term
What does parathyroid hormone induce in the distal tubule?
Definition
increased Ca++ absorption
Term
Are early cells of the distal tubule permeable to water?
Definition
No
Term
Is filtrate hypotonic or hypertonic in the distal tubule?
Definition
hypotonic
Term
What is Na exchanged for in the distal tubule?
Definition
K+ is excreted actively, partly in exchange for Na+
Term
How is Na reabsorbed in the collecting duct?
Definition
active transport
Term
What does aldosterone increase in the collecting duct?
Definition
K+ excretion/Na+ reabsorption exchange
Term
What does ADH do to the collecting duct?
Definition
allows water to pass through walls of collecting ducts
Term
What is the osmolarity of urine in the collecting duct?
Definition
hypertonic
Term
What is passively reabsorbed in the collecting duct?
Definition
urea
Term
What is the major stimulus for ADH secretion?
Definition
decreased blood volume
Term
What measures blood volume?
Definition
baroreceptors found in a multitude of places like Aorta, pulmonary vessels, carotid artery
Term
What mechanism do baroreceptors use to measure pressure?
Definition
measure stretch of BV walls
Term
What does decreased blood volume cause?
Definition
low BP and increased osmolarity
Term
Where are osmoreceptors found?
Definition
anterior hypothalamus
Term
What are osmoreceptors most sensitive to?
Definition
Na+ and mannitol, glucose to a lesser effect
Term
What does ADH cause in the kidney?
Definition
increased water reabsorption
Term
What is the autocrine system?
Definition
hormones that bind to receptors and affect the fxn of the cell type that produced it.
Term
What is a vasoactive peptide?
Definition
endothelins
Term
What are the type of endothelins?
Definition
E1, E2, E3
Term
What do endothelins cause?
Definition
increased BP through vasoconstriction

can cause vasodilation in a minority of instances

Tends to cause salt and water retention
Term
What is nitric oxide?
Definition
A molecular gas that has three forms that act on the kidney
Term
What does nitric oxide cause in the kidney?
Definition
more water to be excreted

helps macula densa cells to provide feedback
Term
What may normotensive glaucoma be related to?
Definition
renal nitric oxides
Term
What do renal PG's do?
Definition
increase blood flow to kidney; prevent vasoconstriction
Term
What can impair water reabsorption through blocking ADH in the collecting duct?
Definition
renal PG's
Term
What can prescribing PG's as an optometric drug cause systemically?
Definition
edema
Term
What prevents water and sodium reabsorption and prevents K excretion?
Definition
renal PG's
Term
How is angiotensin II formed?
Definition
renin combines w/ angiotensinogen --> angiotensin I --> AG II
Term
What is angiotensin II?
Definition
A potent vasoconstrictor that increases ADH release
Term
What stimulates thirst?
Definition
angiotensin II
Term
What is the general effect of increased angiotensin II?
Definition
increased BP
Term
Where is ADH released from?
Definition
neurohypophysis
Term
What increases aldosterone release from adrenal cortex?
Definition
renin
Term
What is released in response to hypoxia by the kidney?
Definition
EPO
Term
What does EPO do?
Definition
stimulate bone marrow to produce RBC's
Term
What does calcitriol do?
Definition
Stimulates absorption of calcium in intestine
Term
What is the pH target for blood?
Definition
7.40
Term
Where do excess H+ go?
Definition
neutralized by bicarbonates
Term
What regulates bicarbonate regeneration?
Definition
kidney
Term
How does the kidney influence blood pH?
Definition
excretes H+ or Bicarbonate
Term
What is a sign of kidney disease?
Definition
anemia
Term
What is a common problem with kidney dx?
Definition
osteoporosis
Term
What is the glomelular filtration rate?
Definition
Amt of filtrate formed in all nephrons
Term
What % of renal plasma flow is filtered?
Definition
20.00000%
Term
what is the normal glomelular filtration rate?
Definition
115-125 ml/minute
Term
What is glomelular filtration rate use to assess?
Definition
renal fxn
Term
How is a glomelular filtration rate measured?
Definition
collected blood is timed to see how fast substances are removed from the body
Term
What test requires the pt to be in a clinic for hours to perform the test?
Definition
glomelular filtration rate
Term
What is creatinine?
Definition
byproduct of muscle metabolism
Term
What does the kidney do to creatinine?
Definition
filters it out, but does not reabsorb it out of the tubules
Term
What is the normal value for a creatinine clearance test?
Definition
100 ml/minute
Term
What is an abnormal value for creatinine clearance?
Definition
<60 = significant indicator of kidney dx
Term
How is the creatinine clearance test performed?
Definition
urine is collected for 24 hrs w/ a blood draw at the end
Term
What is the normal serum level of creatinine?
Definition
1.0 mg/100mL
Term
What can influence normal creatinine serum levels?
Definition
gender and size of individual
Term
If creatinine serum level is doubled, what does this mean?
Definition
kidney fxn has fallen to half of normal rate
Term
If creatinine serum level is triple, what does this mean?
Definition
kidney fxn has fallen to 25% of normal rate
Term
What is the BUN?
Definition
tests urea as an indicator of kidney fxn
Term
What is urea?
Definition
end product of protein metabolism
Term
What is the rate of urea excretion?
Definition
roughly 50% excreted, 50% reabsorbede
Term
What is a normal value for urea in the BUN test?
Definition
7-20 mg/dL
Term
What increases in the BUN test with decreasing kidney fxn?
Definition
urea levels
Term
What is azotenia?
Definition
an asymptomatic malfunction that is indicative of poor urea release in kidney
Term
What is abnormally seen in urinalysis?
Definition
protein, blood or glucose
Term
What is the first sign of kidney involvement in DM?
Definition
albumin in the urine
Term
What is the NGAL?
Definition
neutrophil gelatinase associated lipocalin
Term
What does NGAL test for?
Definition
acute damage to the kidney

indicator of necessity for dialysis to allow kidney to heal/recover
Term
What does increased potassium and phosphate levels indicate?
Definition
kidney failure
Term
What does decreased calcium, pH and bicarbonate levels indicate?
Definition
kidney failure
Term
What is cystoscopy?
Definition
flourescine imaging of the urethra, bladder, and ureteral orifices

allows for biopsy
Term
What can ultrasound evaluate in the kidney?
Definition
structure, tumors, abnormalities
Term
What % of US adults have chronic kidney dx?
Definition
15.00000%
Term
What is CKD?
Definition
chronic kidney dx
Term
How many die per year due to renal problems?
Definition
84k
Term
How many americans require dialysis or kidney transplantation to live?
Definition
335k
Term
How many people are waiting for a kidney?
Definition
74k
Term
How many people receive kidney transplants each year?
Definition
17k
Term
Is CKD increasing or decreasing in the US?
Definition
increasing
Term
What does CKD increase the risk for?
Definition
ARMD 3-5x greater, dry eye 15x greater
Term
What can optometric prescribed medications cause?
Definition
renal side effects
Term
What may be adjusted if CKD is suspected in a pt?
Definition
decreased dosage of meds may be required to protect kidneys
Term
What is the most common cause of kidney failure?
Definition
DM (40%)
Term
What is a second most common cause of kidney failure?
Definition
hypertension
Term
How much kindey fxn can be lost before sx develop?
Definition
80-90%
Term
When is pain felt during kidney failure/dx?
Definition
Only if stretching of renal fascia or muscular contraction of ureters
Term
What % of pt's have a GFR of 50-60 mL/min that are diagnosed by primary care physician?
Definition
18.00000%
Term
What is the threshold for kindey dx to be considered chronic?
Definition
3 mo
Term
What are the three general locations for kidney failure to act?
Definition
pre-renal - burns, blood loss, other systemic problem leads to kidney dysfunction

intrinsic - the kidney itself is the cause, perhaps with the medulla or tubules, etc. Even with normal bloodflow, still going to fail

post-renal - kidney stones, fluid backup due to blockage downstream
Term
What are common first s/sx of kidney dx?
Definition
HTN, pulmonary edema, HA, swelling of legs, nausea and vomiting, Weight loss, itching, cognitive impairment, tendency to bleed,
Term
What kidney dx s/sx are related to fluid balance problems?
Definition
HTN, swelling of legs, pulmonary edema
Term
What kidney dx s/sx are due to increased levels of urea, ions, and other waste products?
Definition
Fatigue, HA, weight loss, nausea and vomiting, cognitive fxn loss
Term
What causes itching in kidney dx?
Definition
phosphorus levels increase
Term
What are the s/sx of chronic kidney dx (CKD)?
Definition
<10mL/min GFR
Term
What products are increased in the system with decreased kidney fxn?
Definition
hormones and nitrogenous wastes
Term
What products are decreased in the system with kidney fxn loss?
Definition
EPO
Term
What is azotemia?
Definition
if the pt has s/sx of uremia
Term
Which organs are affected by CKD?
Definition
every system in the body
Term
What does CKD do to the skin?
Definition
increased pigmentation due to hormonal changes, and pruritis
Term
What does renal osteodystrophy cause systemically?
Definition
hyperparathyroidism --> calcitrol, osteosclerosis, osteomalacia, muscle weakness
Term
What is nocturia?
Definition
urinating at night
Term
What is polyuria?
Definition
incrased urination
Term
What is uremic frost?
Definition
Ca Sulfate and phosphate precipitate in the sweat, ODIFEROUS, smells like a porta potty, yellow discoloration of skin
Term
What is ESRD?
Definition
End stage renal dx
Term
Who is most prone to kidney dx?
Definition
8x greater in blacks
Term
What is the threshold for ESRD?
Definition
kidney fxn < 20%
Term
What is the main cause of death with impaired kidney fxn?
Definition
cardiovascular death, stroke
Term
How many people are affected by ESRD per yr in the US?
Definition
35k
Term
What is ARF?
Definition
Acute renal failure
Term
what are some causes of ARF?
Definition
hemorrhaging, shock, infections, autoimmune dx, meds
Term
What are s/sx of ARF?
Definition
loss of regulatory, excretatory, and endocrine fxn of kidney
Term
What % of pt's will fully recover from ARF if properly treated?
Definition
90.00000%
Term
What can pregnancy sometimes cause in the kidney?
Definition
Acute renal failure
Term
What is the most common cause of ARF?
Definition
acute tubular necrosis
Term
What is the onset of declined GFR in ATN?
Definition
minutes to days
Term
What causes ATN?
Definition
acute ischemic or nephrotoxic insult
Term
What tissue is destroyed in ATN?
Definition
tubular epithelial cells --> decreased ion transport
Term
Where do the destroyed epithelial cells go in ATN?
Definition
clog the tubules causing damaged vasculature from increased pressure
Term
What is the result of damaged vasculature in the kidney?
Definition
vasoconstriction, reduced urine volume, increased waste products in the blood
Term
What happens to endothelin, nitric oxide and PG levels in ATN?
Definition
increased endothelin, decreased PG and nitric oxide --> vasoconstriction
Term
What feedback loop causes reduced urine in ATN?
Definition
renin production increases --> less urine
Term
What is malignant hypertension?
Definition
uncommon form of HTN, medical emergency
Term
What is the tx of malignant hypertension?
Definition
immediate and aggressive anti-HTN therapy
Term
What are the s/sx of malignant hypertension?
Definition
BP > 120 mmHg, ONH edema, scotoma, encephalopathy, renal failure, CV (cardiovascular) abnormalities
Term
What is the pathophysiology of malignant hypertension?
Definition
vascular damage to kidney --> increased permeability of small vessels --> fibrosis of vessels --> narrowing of vessel lumun --> ischemia of kidney --> renin release --> even further vasoconstriction
Term
What are specific mechanism for meds to cause ARF?
Definition
Type 1 and Type IV hypersensitivity (hapten), med causes toxicity
Term
What can cause ARF through medication toxicity?
Definition
aminoglycosides cause 10% of pt's to have nephrotoxicity
Term
What is the timing of ARF onset after aminoglycoside regimens are started?
Definition
1 week
Term
What is the prognosis for ARF due to aminoglycoside nephrotoxicity?
Definition
very good change for recovery
Term
What cause of ARF is NOT dose related?
Definition
Type 1 and Type IV hypersensitivity
Term
What cause of ARF IS dose related?
Definition
aminoglycosides
Term
What can NSAID's cause in the kidney?
Definition
decreased PG --> vasoconstriction --> ARF
Term
What can radiographic contrast agents cause in the kidney?
Definition
ARF in up to 76% of pt's who take it
Term
What are risks for taking radiographic contrast agents?
Definition
pt's with pre-existing renal insufficiency
Term
What is a common precaution taken when using radiographic contrast agents?
Definition
IV to prevent dehydration
Term
Can radiographic contrast agents cause hypersensitivity rxns?
Definition
yes
Term
What dz's are related to glomelular dysfunction?
Definition
nephrotic syndrome, nephritic syndrome, membranoprolifereative glomerulonephritis
Term
What are s/sx of nephrotic syndrome?
Definition
massive proteinuria, edema (eyelids first), hypoalbuminemia, hyperlipiduria and hyperlipidemia
Term
What is nepthrotic syndrome?
Definition
derangement of glomelular capillary walls
Term
What causes the body to produce increased plasma proteins and lipoproteins?
Definition
hypoalbuminuria due to nephrotic syndrome
Term
What is pitting edema?
Definition
If skin is depressed manually, it will remain depressed after removing the source of pressure.
Term
What dx presents deranged capillaries?
Definition
nephrotic syndrome
Term
Where does the edema start in nephrotic syndrome?
Definition
eyelids
Term
What causes bubbly urine?
Definition
nephrotic syndrome due to massive proteinuria
Term
What does hypoalbuminemia cause?
Definition
lipoprotiein and plasma protein synthesis
Term
What causes in increased risk of thromboembolism?
Definition
hyperlipidemia and hyperlipiduria
Term
What causes nephrotic syndrome?
Definition
immune mediation, diabetes, NSAID, SLE, membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis, idiopathi c
Term
What tx of nephrotic syndrome is 90% effective?
Definition
corticosteriods
Term
What is the rate of recurrence for nephrotic syndrome?
Definition
66.00000%
Term
What is used for the first six months of nephrotic syndrome tx?
Definition
thrombo-prophylaxis (warfarin, etc)
Term
What are ACE inhibitors?
Definition
decrease glomelular filtration rate, improve charge and size selections. Tx for nephrotic syndrome
Term
What is steroid dependence?
Definition
Where reduction of corticosteroids causes the dx to relapse, pt becomes dependent on meds
Term
What dx often displays steroid dependence/recurrence during tx?
Definition
nephrotic syndrome
Term
What is acute glomerulonephritis also called?
Definition
acute nephritic syndrome
Term
What presents abrupt hematuria with lesser amt's of proteinuria and impaired renal function?
Definition
acute nephritic syndrome
Term
Why can blood leak through the glomerulus in acute nephritic syndrome?
Definition
the blood often cremates into smaller pieces
Term
What is oliguria?
Definition
Decrease in urine production
Term
What causes HTN in acute nephritic syndrome?
Definition
retention of salt
Term
In acute nephritic syndrome, where is edema first seen?
Definition
eyelids
Term
What presents worse edema: acute nephritic syndrome or nephrotic syndrome?
Definition
Nephrotic syndrome
Term
What is a common precursor to acute nephritic syndrome?
Definition
streptococcal infection in previous 10-14 days; Ag-Ab rxn
Term
When is acute nephritic syndrome typically seen?
Definition
in children, more common in summer and autumn, more common in south
Term
What is a precursor for 5% of acute nephritic syndrome cases?
Definition
strep throat
Term
What dx develops nephritic syndrome up to 50% of the time?
Definition
post streptococcal pyoderma
Term
If there is no prior strep infection seen with acute nephritic syndrome, what should be considered?
Definition
SLE
Term
Can acute nephritic syndrome be idiopathic?
Definition
yes
Term
Howis acute nephritic syndrome treated?
Definition
salt restriction, diuretics/anti-hypertensives
Term
What % of acuate nephritic syndrome completely recovers?
Definition
90-95%
Term
How long can acute nephritic syndrome take to clear up?
Definition
1-2 years
Term
Does acute nephritic syndrome often progress to chronic renal failure?
Definition
rarely
Term
What is dense deposit dx also called?
Definition
membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis
Term
What causes Type I, II, and III hypersensitivity attack of glomerular and mesangium tissues?
Definition
dense deposit dx
Term
What type of dense deposit dx presents with bilateral central drusen?
Definition
type II
Term
When is drusen seen in teenagers?
Definition
dense deposit dx
Term
What is TIN?
Definition
tubulointerstitial nephropathy
Term
What is spared in TIN?
Definition
glomeruli and renal vessels
Term
what is pyelonephritis?
Definition
bacterial infection of the renal pelvis
Term
What is pyelonephritis often seen?
Definition
TIN
Term
Is TIN acute or chronice?
Definition
both
Term
What is TIN called if no bacteria are involved?
Definition
interstitial nephritis, caused by drugs and metabolic disorders, physical injury
Term
What is a common first sign of TIN?
Definition
bilateral uveitis
Term
What age does TIN present typically?
Definition
10-33 years
Term
What gender is affected more by TIN?
Definition
female 3x > males
Term
What % of TIN presents with uveitis (TINU)?
Definition
77.00000%
Term
What dx presents fever, weight loss and fatigue in 50% of cases?
Definition
TINU
Term
What % of TINU is recurrent?
Definition
50.00000%
Term
What % of TINU presents with ocular symptoms first?
Definition
35.00000%
Term
When is iridocyclitis seen?
Definition
TINU
Term
What is the TX for TINU?
Definition
oral corticosteroids
Term
What is APN?
Definition
acute pyelonephritis
Term
What does APN present?
Definition
inflamed kidney and renal pelvis
Term
What causes APN?
Definition
bacteria in through urethra --> bladder --> ureters --> kidney
Term
Who is prone to APN?
Definition
Women due to shape and length of urethra, PREGNANCY
Term
What is usually very responsive to antibiotics?
Definition
APN
Term
What are APN's s/sx?
Definition
fever, dysuria, flank/back pain, pyuria
Term
What is chronic pyelonephritis?
Definition
slowly progressing/insidious dx of kidney
Term
What are the s/sx of chronic pyelonephritis?
Definition
fatigue, don't feel well; generally vague sx
Term
When is pus seen in urine?
Definition
chronic pyelonephritis
Term
What can lead to renal dialysis?
Definition
chronic pyelonephritis
Term
What presents frequent UTI, vesicoureteric reflux or diabetic nephropathy?
Definition
chronic pyelonephritis
Term
What is the single most important cause of ESRD?
Definition
diabetic nephropathy
Term
What do ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II treatments protect against?
Definition
diabetic nephropathy
Term
Where is microalbinurai and proteinuria seen?
Definition
diabetic nephropathy
Term
Does diabetic nephropathy usually progress?
Definition
Yes, end stage renal dx 1-5 years after onset generally
Term
What presents nephrotic syndrome and azotemia?
Definition
diabetic nephropathy 3-5 years after proteinura
Term
What is the classification of diabetic nephropathy?
Definition
glomerular dx
Term
What can cause capillary basement membrane thickening?
Definition
diabetic nephropathy
Term
What is Fabry dx?
Definition
glycosphingolipid metabolism
Term
What enzyme defect causes Fabry dx?
Definition
alpha galactidase A
Term
Is Fabry's genetic?
Definition
yes, x-linked recessive
Term
What genetic dx presents symptoms in carriers?
Definition
Fabry dx
Term
What is the occurrence of Fabry dx?
Definition
1/100k
Term
Is Fabry dx hard to diagnose?
Definition
Yes, due to s/sx variability
Term
What presents in children with a burning sensation in the hands?
Definition
Fabry dx
Term
What presents with raised rash on buttocks, groin, thighs?
Definition
Fabry dx
Term
What is corneal whorl?
Definition
Also called verticillata
Term
where is decreased sweating seen?
Definition
Fabry dx
Term
What is the most common ocular sign seen in 90% of Fabry dx?
Definition
corneal whorl or verticillata
Term
What is the best way to see corneal whorl?
Definition
transillumination in biomicroscopy
Term
What dx causes build up of lipids in tissues?
Definition
Fabry dx
Term
What causes increased conj vessel tortuosity?
Definition
Fabry dx
Term
What kind of cataract is caused by Fabrys?
Definition
spoke like(stellate), anterior subcapsular, follows suture lines, white in appearance
Term
What are the systemic kidney complications from Fabry?
Definition
renal failure --> proteinuria, azotemia, uremia
Term
What age does 50% of fabry pts present renal failure?
Definition
50.00000%
Term
Renal failure, GI dysfunction, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular problems are seen systemically in what dx?
Definition
Fabry dx
Term
How is Fabry tested for?
Definition
enzyme assay, genetic testing
Term
How is Fabry treated?
Definition
enzyme replacement, agalsidase beta via IV
Term
What is nephrolithiasis?
Definition
Formation of a stone in the collecting system of the kidney
Term
Where are kidney stones usually seen?
Definition
ureters
Term
What is a calculus?
Definition
Another term for kidney stone
Term
What % of autopsies show a kidney stone?
Definition
1.00000%
Term
What are polygenic kidney stones?
Definition
Stones due to dehydration, medication, gout
Term
What is the composition of a kidney calculus?
Definition
calcium 75%; Mg 15%; uric acid or cystine 10%
Term
What common ocular drug can cause kidney stones?
Definition
acetazolamide
Term
What % of people will have a kidney stone at some point in their life?
Definition
5.00000%
Term
What is the peak incidence of kidney stones?
Definition
20-45 years
Term
What are men more prone to than women?
Definition
kidney stones, 5-10x greater
Term
What can cause hematuria?
Definition
kidney stones
Term
What does kidney stone impingement of ureter cause?
Definition
severe, suddent pain onset
Term
What is the best way to diagnose a kidney stone?
Definition
cat scan
Term
What % of stones pass sponataneously?
Definition
90.00000%
Term
What is the most important tx for kidney stones
Definition
pain relief
Term
What do alpha adrenergic blocks and calcium channel blockers cause for kidney stone pt's?
Definition
ureter relaxation
Term
What are common ways to prevent kidney stones?
Definition
don't drink too much milk, diet, hydration
Term
What is shockwave lithotripsy?
Definition
Uses radio waves to break up a kidney stone into small, passable pieces
Term
What is renal cell carcinoma?
Definition
80-90% of all malignant kidney tumors
Term
What can cause renal atherosclerosis?
Definition
diabetic nephropathy
Term
What dx affects both afferent and efferent arterioles of the kidney?
Definition
diabetic nephropathy
Term
What is pyelonephritis?
Definition
increased susceptibility to renal infection leads to infection of the renal pelvis
Term
What can cause pyelonephritis?
Definition
diabetic nephropathy
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