USMLE/COMLEX - Step 2 - Nephrotic Syndrome
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USMLE/COMLEX - Step 2 - Nephrotic Syndrome
Pathophysiology
Symptoms
Generalized edema such as morning periorbital edema
Foamy urine
Dyspnea
Ascites
Findings
Hyperproteinuria
Hypoproteinemia/Hypoalbuminemia as albumin levels fall caused by protein loss.
Hyperlipidemia
Edema
Diagnosis
UA shows proteinuria (? 3.5 g/day).
Blood chemistry
Renal biopsy
Treatment
Salt restriction
Diuretics
Statins
ACEinhibitors