Acute and chronic renal failure.

Abstract

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.

• Authors: Jonathan Costa, Robert S Crausman, Marc S Weinberg
• Journal: Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association (J Am Podiatr Med Assoc) 2004 Mar-Apr Vol. 94 Issue 2 Pg. 168-76 ISSN: 8750-7315 [Print] United States
• PMID: 15028794 (Publication Type: Journal Article, Review)

Chemical References

• Contrast Media

Topics

• Acute Kidney Injury (diagnosis, etiology)
• Aged
• Contrast Media (adverse effects)
• Humans
• Kidney Failure, Chronic (complications)
• Podiatry