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Acute Kidney Injury – Pоstrenаl (Study Outline) 1. Bаckgrоund Definitiоn: AKI resulting from obstruction of urine flow аnywhere from renal pelvis to urethra, causing ↑ intratubular pressure, ↓ GFR, and potential tubular injury. Pathophysiology: Obstruction → back pressure on nephrons → hydronephrosis → impaired filtration. Prolonged obstruction can lead to intrinsic renal damage. Common causes: Men: BPH (#1), prostate cancer. Stones: ureterolithiasis. Malignancy: pelvic/abdominal tumors compressing ureters. Neurogenic bladder: diabetes, spinal cord injury. Iatrogenic: postoperative urinary retention, anticholinergic meds. Reversibility: Often highest among AKI types if relieved promptly. 2. History Obstructive urinary symptoms: hesitancy, weak stream, dribbling, incomplete emptying. Acute urinary retention: anuria/oliguria with suprapubic discomfort. Flank pain: suggests stones if acute, colicky. Malignancy history: pelvic radiation, abdominal cancers. Medication review: anticholinergics, opioids. Risk factors: BPH, prior stones, pelvic surgery, neurogenic bladder disorders. 3. Exam Findings Bladder distention: suprapubic fullness or tenderness. Prostate enlargement on digital rectal exam (conceptual). Flank tenderness if upper tract obstruction. Hydronephrosis signs may not be evident clinically but appear on imaging. Volume status: often normal; can appear overloaded due to retained urine. 4. Making the Diagnosis Labs: BUN:Cr ratio variable; not a distinguishing feature. May show hyperkalemia, metabolic acidosis if prolonged. Urinalysis: typically nonspecific; may show hematuria (stones) or pyuria (infection). Key evaluation step: Confirm obstruction. Imaging (high-yield): Renal ultrasound = first-line test Shows hydronephrosis, hydroureter. Non-contrast CT useful for stones. Bladder scan: detects urinary retention. Gold Standard: Imaging-confirmed obstruction + improvement after relief of the obstruction. 5. Management (Exam Concepts) Immediate concept-level priorities: Relieve the obstruction promptly to prevent intrinsic damage. Common exam scenarios: Bladder outlet obstruction (BPH): concept: bladder decompression. Stones: support evaluation with imaging; address obstruction as appropriate in exam context. Malignancy/ureteral compression: may require upper tract decompression (concept only). General supportive principles: Monitor electrolytes, especially potassium. Hold nephrotoxic agents. Address post-obstructive diuresis (exam concept: careful monitoring). When to refer/escalate: uncertain diagnosis, bilateral obstruction, recurrent postrenal AKI, complications. QUESTION A 72-year-old man presents to the emergency department with acute-onset lower abdominal discomfort and decreased urine output for the past 24 hours. He reports difficulty initiating urination, a weak stream, and a sensation of incomplete bladder emptying over the last few weeks. His past medical history includes hypertension and benign prostatic hyperplasia. Medications include hydrochlorothiazide and tamsulosin. On examination, his blood pressure is 138/86 mmHg, pulse is 84/min. The bladder is palpable and tender above the pubic symphysis. Renal ultrasound shows bilateral hydronephrosis and a distended bladder.Serum creatinine is 2.8 mg/dL (baseline 1.1 mg/dL). Which of the following is the most appropriate immediate next step in management? A) Administer intravenous isotonic fluidsB) Begin broad-spectrum antibioticsC) Insert a Foley catheterD) Order a non-contrast CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis