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Preoperative assessment: the excretory system

S M Maree

    AANA Journal
    |December 1, 1978
    PubMed
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    Most anesthetics temporarily impair kidney function and blood flow. Understanding renal physiology and lab data is crucial for managing surgical patients and their electrolyte, cardiac, and acid-base balance.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nephrology
    • Anesthesiology
    • Physiology

    Background:

    • Anesthetics can negatively impact renal hemodynamics and function.
    • Temporary depression of renal function is a common side effect.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review renal anatomy and physiology.
    • To discuss the impact of anesthetics on renal function.
    • To guide anesthetic management in surgical patients.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of renal anatomy and physiology.
    • Analysis of laboratory data related to excretory function.
    • Evaluation of the effects of abnormal renal values.

    Main Results:

    • Anesthetics commonly cause temporary nephrotoxicity.

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  • Altered renal function affects electrolytes, cardiac status, and acid-base balance.
  • These alterations have significant implications for anesthetic management.

    • Conclusions:

    • Awareness of anesthetic-induced nephrotoxicity is vital.
    • Comprehensive understanding of renal function aids patient management.
    • Anesthetic strategies must account for potential renal impairment.