Chronic kidney disease

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Chronic kidney disease (previously known as Chronic Renal Failure)

Most Common cause in < 5yr

• Obstructive uropathy (eg: Posterior urethral valve in males)
• Dysplasia/hypoplasia of kidney

Most Common cause in > 5yr 

• Acquired ( Glomerulonephritis , HUS )

Complications :

1. Azotemia
2. Anaemia
3. Acidosis
4. Bony problems (Rickets , Renal Osteodystrophy)
5. CVS problems (in Adults)
6. Growth failure

If ESRD (end stage renal disease i.e GFR < 15 ml/min/1.73m2 ) then there will be need of dialysis or transplant (advised in child)

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