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Assessment of Vascular Function in Patients With Chronic Kidney Disease
Published on: June 16, 2014
Skin manifestations of chronic kidney disease
J C Robles-Mendez1, O Vazquez-Martinez1, J Ocampo-Candiani1
1Dermatology Department, University Hospital "José Eleuterio González", Autonomous University of Nuevo León, Monterrey, Mexico.
Abstract:
Skin manifestations associated with chronic kidney disease are very common. Most of these conditions present in the end stages and may affect the patient's quality of life. Knowledge of these entities can contribute to establishing an accurate diagnosis and prognosis. Severe renal pruritus is associated with increased mortality and a poor prognosis. Nail exploration can provide clues about albumin and urea levels. Nephrogenic systemic fibrosis is a preventable disease associated with gadolinium contrast. Comorbidities, such as diabetes mellitus and secondary hyperparathyroidism, can lead to acquired perforating dermatosis and calciphylaxis, respectively. Effective and innovative treatments are available for all of these conditions.
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