Renal tubular acidosis (RTA) is characterized by hyperchloremic metabolic acidosis in the setting of normal or near-normal glomerular filtration rate (GFR).
The acidification defect c...
Failure to thrive in infants and children
Polyuria
Constipation
Anorexia
Symptoms of hypokalemia:
Muscle weakness
Kidney stones
Intellectual disability
Propensity for fractures
Vitamin D supplementation as needed
Phosphorus supplementation as needed (if concurrent Fanconi syndrome)
Alkali supplementation given as sodium or potassium bicarbon...
Frequent monitoring of serum electrolytes
Close follow-up of linear growth
Renal ultrasound to monitor for evidence or progression of nephrocalcinosis
Can r...
Batlle D, Haque SK. Genetic causes and mechanisms of distal renal tubular acidosis. Nephrol Dial Transplant. 2012;27(10):3691–3704. [View Abstract on OvidInsights]
Haque SK, Ar...
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Q: Can RTA be diagnosed in the setting of renal failure?
A: No. Typically, RTA is diagnosed in the setting of relatively preserved renal function. Renal function associated with non–anion or anion ...
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