Chronic renal failure
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Used for
chronic renal insufficiency, end stage renal disease, end stage renal failure, ESRD (end stage renal disease)
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Broader Terms
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Related Terms
chronic disease /disorder, pyelonephritis, uremia
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Scope Note
irreversible and usually progressive reduction in renal function in which both kidneys have been damaged by a variety of diseases to the extent that they are unable to adequately remove the metabolic products from the blood and regulate the body's electrolyte composition and acid-base balance.
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Facts (generated by robot; please edit if you find it inaccurate)
- While feline chronic renal failure is progressive and terminal, with some effort, a lot of love, patience, dedication and an early diagnosis, the condition may be managed effectively for some time.
- You Are Not Alone: Further ResourcesChronic renal failure is a common disease and there are many pet owners just like you all sharing thoughts, tips, and information over the internet.
- In most cases, chronic renal failure is progressive over time so that there is a gradual advancement and worsening of the disease.
- Chronic renal failure is frequently diagnosed in clinical veterinary practice in cats.
- The approach to management of chronic renal failure is usually more conservative than with ARF, except in cases of uremic crisis.
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