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#301 Hepatorenal Syndrome Explained: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Hepatorenal syndrome is a serious kidney complication of advanced liver disease and portal hypertension. In this episode, we review the pathophysiology, diagnostic criteria, clinical evaluation, differential diagnosis, and treatment of hepatorenal syndrome. Topics covered include: • What hepatorenal syndrome is • The relationship between cirrhosis, portal hypertension, and kidney dysfunction • Splanchnic vasodilation and reduced effective arterial blood volume • Renal vasoconstriction and decreased kidney perfusion • HRS-AKI and HRS-NAKI terminology • Diagnostic criteria for hepatorenal…
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