A quick rehash of cardiorenal syndrome Type 1 for IM docs

Cardiorenal syndrome, a frustrating diagnostic entity We have all been there as doctors, when a patient comes in with acute heart failure exacerbation and the Cr is noticeably elevated from the baseline. A nephrologist simply mutters, “This is all cardiorenal syndrome- carry on with diuresis.” A cardiologist nods in agreement and the only frustrating person in the group hurdle is you, who is left scratching your head. When you ask for more explanation, it usually begins “Well there... A quick rehash of cardiorenal syndrome Type 1 for IM docs
Source: Student Doctor Network - Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Tags: Internal Medicine and IM Subspecialties Source Type: forums