Acute and chronic renal failure.
Renal failure is defined as a deterioration of kidney function that results in the retention of nitrogenous waste products. It is increasingly prevalent in older populations, individuals with diabetes or hypertension, and postoperative patients. Therefore, podiatric physicians caring for these populations can expect to encounter this condition frequently. This article describes the epidemiology, causes, complications, and appropriate evaluation of renal failure relevant to a practicing podiatric physician. Also highlighted are treatment considerations, renal dosing of medications, and prevention of contrast nephropathy.
Costa
Jonathan
J
Department of Medicine, Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island and Brown Medical School, Pawtucket, RI 02860, USA.
Crausman
Robert S
RS
Weinberg
Marc S
MS
D058186:Acute Kidney Injury / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology*; D000368:Aged; D003287:Contrast Media / Q000009:adverse effects; D006801:Humans; D007676:Kidney Failure, Chronic / Q000150:complications*; D011032:Podiatry
D003287:Contrast Media