3 results
Localization of Renal Tubular Defects
Fanconi Syndrome: Proximal tubule
Bartter Syndrome: Thick ascending loop of Henle
Gitelman Syndrome: Distal
Proximal tubule Bartter ... #Fanconi #Bartter ... #Localization #Nephron ... #Defects #Pathophysiology ... #Nephrology
Causes of Metabolic Alkalosis: Differential Diagnosis
ECF volume contracted: urine chloride concentration <20 meq/L
 • Gastric alkalosis:
vomiting/ nasogastric suction ... diuretic effect has ... actively working • Bartter ... syndrome (defective ... Diagnosis #Causes #nephrology
Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS) - Diagnosis and Management Summary

Epidemiology:
 • Prevalence: 1-2 cases per million -
Pathophysiology ... tendency to fall • Triggers ... diaphoresis, high HR ... superimposed spasms triggered ... Management #treatment #neurology