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Aetiology/pathophysiology r As part of the management percutaneous nephros- The cause is unknown discount 500mg tetracycline amex. The mechanism of development of which may be exacerbated by drinking large amounts ‘myeloma kidney’ is via a direct toxic effect on re- of fluid discount 500mg tetracycline with amex, for example it may become symptomatic for nal tubular cells and blockage of the tubules and col- the first time in students who drink large quantities of lecting ducts by the paraprotein. Occasionallythe may develop amyloidosis and renal tubular acidosis as hydronephrosis is so marked that it can mimic ascites. In some cases, it is asymptomatic and diagnosed in- r Amyloidosis: This condition may be systemic or con- cidentally when an ultrasound is performed for another fined to the kidneys and is an important cause of reason. Itcancauseproteinuria,nephrotic trasound scan, or in childhood during investigation of syndrome and renal failure. There is delayed passage of glomerulonephritis from minimal change disease, to contrast, which is not overcome by administration of membranous nephropathy, to proliferative glomeru- diuretics. Early treatment with immunosup- pression regimes such as plasmapheresis, high dose Prognosis steroids and cyclophosphamide can improve renal It is not possible to predict how much function will re- function. Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura – haemolytic uraemic The kidney in sytemic disease syndrome r Hypertension: See page 73. Often both ends of the spectrum are Chapter 6: Disorders of the kidney 259 present in the same patient. This causes a focal segmen- toxin (also called Shiga toxin) produced by Escherichia tal glomerulonephritis. Some This has markedly improved with the advent of plasma develop proteinuria later in life due to progressive exchange. Chronic renal failure occurs in a substantial glomerulosclerosis, occasionally leading to renal fail- number of patients. However, the prognosis for these patients is ex- cellent with no reduction in life expectancy. Congenital disorders of the kidney Renal hypoplasia r Simple renal hypoplasia is when the kidney is smaller Congenital malformations of the than normal, but the structure and histology of the kidney kidney is normal, although the nephrons may be Definition slightly small. Congenital malformations of the kidney are not uncom- r Oligonephronic renal hypoplasia (also called oligo- monly found on antenatal screening and in newborns. The prog- and the risk is higher in those with a previous family nosis is poor for these patients, although there may history. Chromosomal abnormalities account for a pro- be some initial improvement in renal function over portion, but most are sporadic. The fetal kidneys develop when the ureteric bud comes into contact with the metanephric blastema caudally Dysplasia (failure of differentiation) (in the ‘pelvic’ area), signalling it to form nephrons The kidney develops abnormally with primitive tubules and the collecting system. By 14–16 weeks, most r Horseshoe kidney – the kidneys remain fused at of the amniotic fluid consists of fetal urine. Then the the upper (10%) or lower (90%) poles to form a kidneys have to migrate rostrally, to lie in the lumbar horseshoe-shapedstructure. These anatomical abnormalities may be symptomless, r Bilateral agenesis is rare and incompatible with life. About 50% tive uropathy and predisposition to urinary stones and Chapter 6: Disorders of the bladder and prostate 261 infections. In pregnancy, low pelvic kidneys can interfere Disorders of the bladder with labour. Age r Atresia: Failure of the ureteric bud to canalise, associ- Increases with age ated with renal dysplasia. An ectopic M > F ureter often arises from a duplex kidney, which may be associated with vesicoureteric reflux. The causes of bladder outflow obstruction are shown in Surgical re-implantation of the ureter may be indi- Table 6. Overtime,theblad- Benign prostatic hyperplasia der distends, then the ureters (causing hydroureters) and Definition finally the renal pelvises. Often there may be an un- Hyperplasiaoftheprostateisacommoncauseof bladder derlying chronic obstruction for example an enlarged outflow obstruction. Clinical features The symptoms depend on the speed of onset and degree Age of obstruction. Acute obstruction (acute urinary retention) causes se- vere discomfort, due to a wish to void urine, without Sex the ability to do so. There is complete anuria, although there may be small amounts of urine voided due to overflow in- Aetiology continence. However, polyuria and/or nocturia may Pathophysiology be symptoms of the loss of concentrating ability of the Androgens appear to act on the periurethral area of the tubules, which can occur in long-standing obstruc- prostate ‘McNeal’s transition zone’ to stimulate hyper- tion. At 30–40 years there is microscopic evidence, by 50 years it Macroscopy is macroscopically visible, by 60 years the clinical phase Dilation above the obstruction. The obstruction is due to both direct impingement Complications of the enlarged prostate on the urethra and also the dy- As aresultofchronicobstruction,thebladderdilatesand namic smooth muscle contraction of the prostate, pro- fails to empty fully, defined as >50 mL residual urine static capsule and bladder neck. Nodules Management formedofhyperplasticglandularacinidisplaceandcom- Relief of the obstruction is usually by insertion of a uri- press the true prostatic glands peripherally forming a nary catheter, followed by treatment of the underlying false capsule. Chapter 6: Disorders of the bladder and prostate 263 Microscopy symptoms than α-blockers.

Pathophysiology Aetiology/pathophysiology The carpal tunnel is a tight space through which all the Mediannerveinjuriestendtooccurnearthewristorhigh tendons to the hand and the median nerve pass purchase tetracycline 250 mg without prescription. Where the median nerve passes through cause of swelling is therefore likely to cause compres- the anterior cubital fossa under the biceps aponeurosis sion of the medial nerve trusted 250mg tetracycline. The condition is commonly into the forearm it is vulnerable to damage by forearm bilateral. It then passes under the flexor retinaculum (through the carpal tunnel) into the hand – low lesions are caused by com- Clinical features pression in carpal tunnel syndrome (see below), cuts to Tingling and numbness in the thumb, index finger and the wrist or carpal dislocation. Characteristically the pain wakes the pa- tient at night and the patient shakes the wrist or hangs Clinical features it over the side of the bed to relieve symptoms (unlike r Low lesions: There is loss of muscle bulk in the thenar in cervical spondylosis). Symptoms are also induced by eminence, abduction and opposition of the thumb are repetitive actions, or when the wrists are held flexed for weak and sensation is lost over the radial three and a sometime,forexamplewhilstknittingorreadinganews- half digits on the palmar surface. Alternatively, low lesion, the long flexors of the thumb, index and tapping on the carpal tunnel (Tinel’s sign) may repro- middle fingers are paralysed. Usually the dominant hand is affected first, but the con- Management dition is normally bilateral. If the nerve is severed suture or grafting should be at- Clumsiness and weakness may occur in late cases, tempted. Carpal tunnel syndrome Investigations Definition Median nerve conduction studies show impaired con- Syndrome of compression of the median nerve as it duction at the wrist. Management Age Splinting the wrist in extension, particularly at night is Usually 40–50 years. Definitive treatment F > M (8:1) is by surgical division of the flexor retinaculum, usually Chapter 7: Disorders of cranial and peripheral nerves 343 under local or regional anaesthetic. Clinical features Ulnar nerve lesions Wrist drop and sensory loss over the back of the hand at Definition the base of the thumb (the anatomical snuffbox). If there The ulnar nerve arises from the brachial plexus and sup- is paralysis of triceps (weakness of elbow extension), this plies most of the intrinsic muscles of the hand. The ulnar nerve passes down the Management anterior medial aspect of the upper arm and wraps pos- Compression due to crutch palsy or Saturday night palsy teriorly round the medial epicondyle of the humerus maytakeupto3monthstorecover. Openwoundsshould where it is vulnerable to fracture of the elbow or chronic be explored immediately with nerve repair or graft. It enters the hand on the ulnar side, and can be Other trauma should be given 6 weeks, with surgery if damaged by pressure or lacerations at the wrist. Clinical features Prognosis r Low lesions (at wrist): There is wasting of all the small Lesions that do not recover can often be overcome by muscles of the hand except the thenar eminence and suitable tendon transfers. The sciatic nerve (L4–5, S1–3) is a branch of the lum- bosacral plexus and the largest nerve in the body. It Management supplies most of the muscles and cutaneous sensation If the ulnar nerve is severed, repair is may be attempted, of the leg, so that sciatic nerve lesions cause serious stretching can be avoided by transposing the nerve to the disability. Nerve entrapment is treated with Aetiology/pathophysiology decompression and transposition of the nerve. Traction injuries occur more commonly Radial nerve lesions in association with fractures of the pelvis or hip dislo- cations. It is most frequently injured by badly placed Definition intramuscular injections in the gluteal region (avoided The radial nerve supplies the extensor muscles of the by injecting into the upper outer quadrant of the but- upper arm and forearm. Injuries to the radial nerve may occur due to elbow In most sciatic nerve lesions, the common peroneal fracture/dislocations, in the upper arm due to humerus nerve component is most affected, probably because fractures or prolonged pressure due to hanging an arm its nerve fibres lie most superficial in the sciatic nerve over the back of a chair (Saturday night palsy), or in the trunk. In walking, quadriceps weak- muscles below the knee are paralysed, causing drop foot. Peroneal nerve lesions Management Definition In traumaticdamage,explorationandrepairofthenerve The common peroneal nerve is the smaller terminal should be carried out. A footdrop splint is worn to keep branch of the sciatic nerve which supplies muscles which the ankle in a safe position, but the lower leg is very act on the ankle joint. This nerve is easily damaged because it runs down in the popliteal fossa, then winds laterally around the neck of the fibula. It can be compressed by a plaster Femoral nerve injuries cast, in compartment syndrome, by lying unconscious Definition with the leg externally rotated or it may be stretched The femoral nerve is a branch of the lumbar plexus, from when the knee is forced into varus with lateral ligament nerve roots L1–4, and it supplies flexors of the hip and injuries. The superficial nerve supplies peroneus longus and peroneus brevis, which plantarflex and evert Aetiology/pathophysiology the foot, and the skin on the lower, lateral side of the Complete division of the femoral nerve is rare. The deep nerve supplies muscles which injured by a gunshot wound, traction in an operation or dorsiflextheankleandasmallareaofskinonthedorsum bleeding into the thigh. In the abdomen, the femoral nerve is related to the psoas muscle and supplies iliopsoas. It enters the thigh Clinical features lateral to the femoral to supply the hamstring muscles Common peroneal nerve injury: Drop foot, both dorsi- in the thigh.

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Spray the nose with a medicated nasal spray such as oxymetazoline hydrochloride cheap 500 mg tetracycline, 0 250 mg tetracycline fast delivery. In prolonged cases, a strip cut from Celox or Quikclot powder- impregnated gauze may be placed delicately with a blunt tweezers or Kelly clamp. Alternatively, the bleeding nostril can be flushed with sterile saline; then, gently introduce a thin strip of cloth drenched in epinephrine (from an Epi-pen or other anaphylactic shock kit) gently into the nostril. Other commercial products such as Nasalcease or Woundseal are available and are thought to be effective; you consider them as medical storage items. A few drops on a strip of gauze could be placed in the bleeding nostril with good results in many cases. Whether the bleeding is due to trauma or not, blowing the nose to eject blood and clots should be avoided, as it may restart the bleeding. The “Broken” Nose If there is a fracture, the patient will find that any pressure on the nose is very painful. Although it may be painful, an obvious deformity of the nose due to trauma can possibly be adjusted back into place. Few major medical problems will result from this type of injury, but it is important to understand the best way to treat it. First, you may choose to reduce the deformity by using both hands to straighten the cartilage. This may be appropriate as the broken nose, if deformed, will not straighten out by itself. Then, place some ice wrapped in a cloth over the nose, for periods of 20 minutes throughout the day. This will be useful for the first 48 hours only, but will help reduce swelling and discomfort. It’s a rare parent who hasn’t had to deal with this problem at one point or another. In some cases, it’s a chronic problem that affects the quality of life of an otherwise healthy child. The most common symptom you’ll see relating to the ear is pain, usually due to an infection. The easiest way to prevent this is to carefully use cotton swabs moistened with rubbing alcohol to dry the ear canal after swimming or excessive sweating. Forceful use of a cotton swab, however, is to be avoided; it is, indeed, the next most common cause of ear pain. Normally, you shouldn’t place anything in the ear canal sharper than, say, your elbow. Ear Infections Otitis Externa Otitis Externa, also known as “Swimmer’s Ear” is an infection of the outer ear canal, and most commonly affects children aged 4 - 14 years old. Symptoms of Otitis Externa include: Gradual development of an earache or, possibly, itching Pain worsened by pulling on the ear Ringing in the ears (tinnitus) or decreased hearing A “full” sensation in the ear canal with swelling and redness Thick drainage from the ear canal Standard treatment may include a warm compress to the ear to help with pain control. An antibiotic/steroidal ear drop will be useful, and should be applied for 7 days. In order to get the most effect from the medicine, place the drops in the ear with the patient lying on their side. Severe cases may be treated with oral antibiotics (such as Amoxicillin) and ibuprofen. Otitis Media The most common cause of earache is an infection of the middle ear, called “otitis media”. Standard treatment often includes oral antibiotics and ibuprofen, especially in adults with the infection. This is why mothers are always cautioned against bottle or breast- feeding with their baby lying flat. You can expect it to present with one or more of the following: Pain, more so when lying down Difficulty sleeping, crying, and irritability fever loss of appetite Loss of balance Holding or pulling the affected ear Drainage of fluid from the affected ear Difficulty hearing from the affected ear A number of natural remedies are available for earache. Follow this procedure: Mix rubbing alcohol and vinegar in equal quantities, or alternatively, hydrogen peroxide. Next, use either plain warm olive oil, or add 1 drop of any one of these essential oils to 2 ounces of the olive oil: tea tree, eucalyptus, peppermint, thyme, lavender, garlic, mullein. A cotton ball with 2 drops of eucalyptus oil may be secured to the ear opening during sleep. If you are in a collapse situation, dip a sock or other absorbent material into heated water. Other ear problems Inner ear canal issues often cause dizziness, also known as “vertigo”. Treatment with diazepam (Valium) or Dimenhydrinate (Dramamine) can help with symptoms. Amoxicillin (veterinary equivalent: Fish-Mox Forte) 500mg three times a day for 7 days is an appropriate antibiotic therapy if the otitis was caused by an infection.

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