#139 CKD Staging (Cr vs. Cystatin C, Albuminuria & more): Mind The Gap Segment
Core IM | Internal Medicine Podcast
The Importance of Adjusting Medications for Renal Impairment
Practicing medicine allows us to think critically and help patients in unique ways. I adjusted a diabetic patient's medication based on their kidney function. I'm being more aggressive with their treatment to lower blood pressure and prevent cardiovascular issues. Sometimes, patients may progress to a more severe stage of kidney disease, requiring involvement from specialists. Cystatancy can be helpful in uncertain cases, as it isn't influenced by muscle mass or tubular secretion like creatinine.
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