renal and urology Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
what is the mechanism of action of an SGLT2 inhibitor
A
reduces glucose reabsorption in the PCT
2
Q
how to differ between post strep GN and IgA nephropathy
A
both follow an infection but post strep usually presents later than IgA would
3
Q
what does tea-stained urine indicate
A
haematuria
4
Q
complication of nitrofurantoin
A
pulmonary fibrosis
5
Q
kidney stones with FHx, learning difficulties, sight issues and DVT
A
cystinuria !!
6
Q
bilateral oedema and history of renal cancer
A
invasion of inferior vena cava causing occlusion
7
Q
management of anti-GBM
A
corticosteroids and plasmapheresis
8
Q
staghorn calculi
A
struvite stones
