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What characterizes Alport syndrome?
All varieties of the syndrome are characterized by kidney disease that usually progresses to chronic kidney failure and by uremia (the presence of excessive amounts of urea and other waste products in the blood).
What is the treatment for Alport syndrome?
There is no specific treatment that can "cure" Alport syndrome. Instead, care is aimed at easing the problems related to kidney failure, such as the presence of too many waste products in the blood (uremia).
Complications of nephritic syndrome?
* Acute kidney failure * Chronic kidney failure * End-stage kidney disease * High blood pressure * Congestive heart failure * Pulmonary edema * Chronic glomerulonephritis * Nephrotic syndrome
What will Chronic kidney failure lead to?
Chronic kidney failure is irreversible, and will eventually lead to total kidney failure
What is chronic renal failure also called?
Kidney failure. This may sometimes be reversed, and patients can be assisted by dialysis for a time, but complete failure needs a transplant.
How common is Chronic kidney failure?
Chronic kidney failure affects over 250,000 Americans annually
Can kidney stones cause chronic kidney failure?
Yes
Chronic kidney failure requiring dialysis or transplant is termed?
Hemodialysis
What are long-term risks of Klippel Feil syndrome?
A full 30-40% of all individuals with Klippel Feil syndrome will have significant structural abnormalities of their urinary tract. These often lead to chronic kidney infections (pyelonephritis), and a high risk of kidney failure
Can anemia be a symptom of Chronic kidney failure?
Yes
Can Edema be a symptom of Chronic kidney failure?
Yes
Can oxalosis cause chronic kidney failure?
Yes
