Diabetic nephropathy Flashcards
1
Q
What is it?
A
Diabetic nephropathy is the most common cause of glomerular pathology and chronic kidney disease in the UK. The chronic high level of glucose passing through the glomerulus causes scarring. This is called glomerulosclerosis.
2
Q
Key feature
A
Proteinuria
3
Q
Key investigation
A
U&Es/ Albumin : Createnine
4
Q
Management?
A
ACE inhibitors
