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#104: Renal tubular acidosis with Kidney Boy, Joel Topf MD

The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast

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Understanding Renal Tubular Acidosis

This chapter explores renal tubular acidosis (RTA), focusing on methods to measure urinary ammonium levels and the interactions of urine cations and anions. It highlights the urine anion gap's significance in diagnosing RTA and discusses treatment approaches, including the use of certain rehydration solutions. Additionally, the chapter assesses common misconceptions about bicarbonate therapy and emphasizes the importance of a thorough gastrointestinal review in metabolic acidosis cases.

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