A condition in which there is reduced ability to concentrate the urine due to impaired reabsorption of water in the renal collecting tubules
It is characterized by polyuria and, in se...
Can be challenging, given the variety of causes and variable symptomatology
DI not resulting from a recognizable, acute event (e.g., head trauma) tends to be indolent and, if water needs are ...
Control fluid balance; prevent dehydration.
Check weight daily.
Careful follow-up and management of electrolytes
NDI: Correct hypercalcemia and hypokalemia, and discontinue caus...
Regular follow-up at 2- to 3-week intervals initially and 3 to 4 months later
Adjust treatment on the basis of urine and electrolyte concentratio...
E23.2 Diabetes insipidus
N25.1 Nephrogenic diabetes insipidus
253.5 Diabetes insipidus
588.1 Nephrogenic diabetes insipidus
15771004 Diabetes insipidus (disorder)
111395007 Nephrogenic...
To distinguish primary polydipsia from DI in a patient with polyuria, a patient with primary polydipsia will have a normal response to a water restriction test and normal levels of pla...
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