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Acute tubular necrosis is a kidney disorder involving damage to the tubule cells of the kidneys, resulting in acute kidney failure.Necrosis- renal tubular; ATN; Necrosis- acute tubular.Acute tubular necrosis(ATN) is cau... |
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Symptoms
Decreased consciousnessComaDelirium or confusionDrowsy, lethargic, hard to arouseDecreased urine output or no urine o...
Causes
Risks for acute tubular necrosis include:.Blood transfusion reaction Injury or trauma that damages the muscles Recent...
Tests
Examination usually indicates acute kidney failure. There may be signs of fluid overload, including abnormal sounds o...
Treatments
In most people, acute tubular necrosis is reversible. The goal of treatment is to prevent life-threatening complicati...
Prevention
Promptly treating conditions that can lead to decreased blood flow and/or decreased oxygen to the kidneys can reduce ...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if your urine output decreases or stops, or if you develop other symptoms of acute tub...
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