Acute Kidney Injury in Pregnancy

It is a condition in which kidney stop to work appropriately . The malfunction ranges from minor renal insult to complete renal failure.

Complication

1)-Hyperkalemia including Arrythmia

2)-Fluid Overload including Pulmonary Edema

Management of Acute Kidney Injury in Pregnancy

Principles of Management include appropriate Communication , Resusitation and Investigation and documentation.

1)-Insert Iv Catheter

2)-Urgent ECG especially to look for signs of Hyperkalemia

3)-Involve micobiologist regarding choice of antibiotics

4)-Appropriate Fluid Replacement

5)-Ensure follow up with Nephrologist

Special Advice given to the patient

1)-Encourage sufficient fluid intake

2)-Mobilize to prevent the chances of thromboembolism

3)-Advice to avoid Potassium rich food

4)-After delivery encourage breast feeding.