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Hydrоnephrоsis (Study Outline) 1. Bаckgrоund Definition: Dilаtion of the renаl pelvis and calyces due to obstruction of urine flow, leading to increased intrarenal pressure and possible renal damage. Pathophysiology: Obstruction → urine backs up into kidney → ↑ hydrostatic pressure → tubular injury and decreased GFR. Chronic obstruction leads to cortical thinning, interstitial fibrosis, and potential permanent renal loss. Etiologies (high-yield): Postrenal obstruction: stones, BPH, ureteral strictures, tumors. Congenital causes: ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction, vesicoureteral reflux. Pregnancy: physiologic dilation from progesterone and extrinsic compression. Neurogenic bladder and functional obstruction. 2. History Flank pain: dull if chronic; acute severe colicky pain suggests stone. Lower urinary symptoms: hesitancy, weak stream, incomplete emptying (BPH/outlet obstruction). Decreased urine output or intermittent anuria (complete obstruction). Recurrent UTIs or pyelonephritis. Hematuria: often with stones. Systemic symptoms: fever or chills if infection present (obstructive pyelonephritis = high-yield emergency concept). 3. Exam Findings Flank or costovertebral angle tenderness. Palpable bladder in lower tract obstruction. Prostate enlargement on DRE (conceptual). Signs of infection: fever, tachycardia in obstructive pyelonephritis. Chronic obstruction: may have minimal findings despite significant hydronephrosis. 4. Making the Diagnosis Labs: May show elevated BUN/Cr if bilateral obstruction or solitary kidney. UA: hematuria (stones), pyuria/bacteriuria (infection), otherwise bland. Imaging (high-yield): Renal ultrasound = first-line Shows dilation of renal pelvis/calyces; assesses obstruction severity. CT abdomen/pelvis (non-contrast): best for stones and acute obstruction. MRI/functional studies (MAG3 renal scan): evaluate suspected chronic obstruction and differential renal function. Key concept: Must identify cause of obstruction for complete diagnosis. Gold Standard: Imaging-confirmed collecting system dilation consistent with obstruction. 5. Management (Exam Concepts) General principle: Relieve obstruction to prevent irreversible renal damage. Common causes and conceptual interventions: Stones: determine need for urologic intervention based on size/location (exam concept only). BPH/outlet obstruction: bladder decompression concepts. Ureteral obstruction from mass/stricture: consider upper tract decompression conceptually. Infection + obstruction (high-yield emergency): Obstructive pyelonephritis requires urgent decompression conceptually (no procedural details). Supportive concepts: Monitor renal function and electrolytes. Avoid nephrotoxins; adjust medications for impaired GFR. Address underlying chronic cause (e.g., neurogenic bladder strategies). Referral: urology for intervention; nephrology for compromised renal function or recurrent obstruction. QUESTION A 70-year-old man presents to the emergency department with fever, chills, and left-sided flank pain for the past day. He reports difficulty urinating and a feeling of incomplete bladder emptying for the past several months. His medical history includes benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). On exam, temperature is 38.9°C (102°F), heart rate is 112/min, and blood pressure is 130/78 mmHg. He has left CVA tenderness and a distended bladder is palpable. Laboratory findings: WBC count: 16,500/μL Creatinine: 2.1 mg/dL (baseline 1.1) Urinalysis: pyuria, bacteriuria, no casts Renal ultrasound: moderate left-sided hydronephrosis and bladder distention Which of the following is the most appropriate next step in management? A) Start empiric antibiotics and monitor closelyB) Begin intravenous fluids and schedule CT scanC) Insert a urinary catheter to relieve obstructionD) Order MRI of the kidneys to evaluate functional loss
Pоst-streptоcоccаl Glomerulonephritis (PSGN) (Study Outline) 1. Bаckground Definition: Immune-mediаted nephritic glomerular disease occurring after infection with group A β-hemolytic Streptococcus (pharyngitis or impetigo). Pathophysiology: Immune complex deposition in glomeruli → complement activation (classical pathway) → inflammation → ↓ GFR. Epidemiology: Most common in children (5–12 years), but can occur in adults with more severe disease course. Timing: Pharyngitis: GN develops 1–2 weeks after infection. Impetigo: GN develops 3–6 weeks after infection. Key concept: A post-infectious immune response, not direct bacterial invasion. 2. History Tea- or cola-colored urine (gross hematuria). Recent strep infection: sore throat, fever, impetigo. Oliguria or decreased urine output. Edema: especially periorbital in the morning. Hypertension due to fluid retention. Constitutional symptoms: malaise, mild fever. Adults may report more severe symptoms or signs of volume overload. 3. Exam Findings Vital signs: hypertension is common. Edema: periorbital and peripheral. Signs of fluid overload: crackles, elevated JVP (severe cases). Skin findings: impetigo lesions if recent skin infection. Generally nephritic pattern: less proteinuria than nephrotic syndromes. 4. Making the Diagnosis Urinalysis: Hematuria with RBC casts (key nephritic hallmark). Mild–moderate proteinuria (