Endocrine 2 Flashcards
1
Q
indications for parathyroidectomy if patient has primary hyperparathyroidism
A
age less than 50
symptomatic
complications (osteoporosis, CKD, kidney stones)
calcium level at least 1 mg above normal
urinary calcium excretion over 400 mg a day
2
Q
elevated urine sodium, greater than 20… differential
A
diuretics
cerebral salt wasting
adrenal insufficiency
3
Q
causes of renal potassium wasting
A
diuretics
hyperaldosteronism
RTA
4
Q
sxs of cerebral salt wasting
A
hyponatremia
hypovolemia
increased urine sodium, greater than 20
