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Hypokalemia and hyperkalemia: Two Sides of the Same Coin
Tavares,Joana; Mosca,Sara; Faria,Maria do Sameiro; Mota,ConceiçãoAbstract Introduction: Potassium (K+) is the main intracellular cation and is crucial for normal cellular function, especially during children’s development and growth course. Changes in the homeostatic mechanisms of potassium regulation can lead to hypokalemia or hyperkalemia. Objective: This study aimed to provide a narrative review of this common, yet complex, condition of the clinical practice. Development/...
Genetic atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome in children: a 20-year experience fr...
Maximiano,Cristiana; Silva,Andreia; Duro,Inês; Branco,Tiago; Correia-Costa,Liane; Teixeira,Ana; Rocha,Liliana; Costa,Teresa; Matos,PaulaAbstract Introduction: Atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome (aHUS) is a rare disorder characterized by the triad of microangiopathic hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia, and acute kidney injury, which primarily affects preschool-aged children. This study’s aim was to describe the clinical profile, management, and long-term outcome of the genetic aHUS patients admitted to a tertiary care pediatric nephrology center...
Kidney disease in tuberous sclerosis complex: A single-center experience
Lorenzo,Joana; Ribeiro,Catarina Isabel; Belo,Rita Russo; Costa,Liane; Teixeira,Ana; Rocha,Liliana; Costa,Teresa; Matos,Paula PiresIntroduction: Tuberous sclerosis complex is an autosomal dominant neurocutaneous disorder which is characterized by multisystem involvement, including the kidney. Since renal disease is one of the causes of morbidity and mortality, close management is essential. Subjects and Methods: In this retrospective observational,single-center study, authors analyse patients with a definite diagnosis of tuberous sclerosis...
Rejeição humoral aguda no transplante renal: gravidez como evento sensibilizante?
Santos,Sofia; Bessa,Lígia; Patraquim,Cláudia; Rocha,Liliana; Costa,Teresa; Faria,Maria do Sameiro; Matos,Paula; Henriques,Castro; Mota,Conceição