eGFR equations, electrolyte correction, and kidney failure risk models.
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CKD staging with eGFR equations
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) staging is based on estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) using the CKD-EPI 2021 equation, which no longer includes a race coefficient. Accurate eGFR calculation guides CKD classification, medication dosing, and nephrology referral timing according to KDIGO guidelines.
Kidney failure risk prediction with KFRE
Kidney failure risk prediction using the Kidney Failure Risk Equation (KFRE) provides 2-year and 5-year risk estimates for progression to end-stage kidney disease, incorporating eGFR, albuminuria, age, sex, and diabetes status. A 5-year risk of >5% warrants nephrology referral and >20% warrants preparation for renal replacement therapy.
Acid-base and electrolyte management in kidney disease
Acid-base and electrolyte management in nephrology spans anion gap interpretation for metabolic acidosis, delta-delta ratio analysis for mixed acid-base disorders, and calculated serum osmolality for toxic alcohol screening. Electrolyte correction calculators for sodium, potassium, and calcium guide safe repletion in acute and chronic kidney disease.
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