Obtaining a urinalysis is often part of the management plan in the Ped ED to screen for a condition. Often it is obtained to look for possible infection. Sometimes we are evaluating unusual swelling with concern for proteinuria. What, however,…
We have previously discussed several kidney related issues: Hypertension Crisis, Kidney Stones, HSP, Rhabdomyolysis and Proteinuria. Wanting to remain vigilant for the big, bad, and ugly conditions that may be lurking, let us explore another renal related condition: Nephrotic Syndrome. Nephrotic…
In the ED (as well as the primary care office), we obtain a lot of urine samples. Most often looking for signs of infection, but also looking for potential evidence of renal disease (in the child who presents with swollen…