Hyperkalemic Renal Tubular Acidosis
Hyperkalemic Renal Tubular Acidosis: Introduction
Hyperkalemic Renal Tubular Acidosis:
This form of RTA is most often referred to as type 4. It occurs when
blood levels of the hormone aldosterone are low or when the kidneys do not
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Hyperkalemic Renal Tubular Acidosis: A condition characterized by the inability of the kidneys to excrete acidic urine as well as an accumulation of potassium in the body.
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Symptoms of Hyperkalemic Renal Tubular Acidosis
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Treatments for Hyperkalemic Renal Tubular Acidosis
- Alkaline agents, potassium-reduction medication
- Treatment of any underlying conditions and cessation of medications that may be contributing to the condition
- Alkali therapy - sodium bicarbonate, sodium citrate
- Vitamin D administration
- Potassium restriction and polystyrene sulphonate resins for hyperkalemia
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This form of RTA is most often referred to as type 4. It occurs when
blood levels of the hormone aldosterone are low or when the kidneys do not
respond to it. Aldosterone directs the kidneys to regulate the levels of
sodium, potassium, and chloride in the blood. Type 4 RTA is distinguished
by a high blood-potassium level.
(Source: excerpt from Renal Tubular Acidosis: NIDDK)
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