Glomerular filtration rate is the volume of fluid filtered from the renal glomeruli per unit of time and is equal to the total filtration rate of all functioning nephrons in the kidneys
This three-part series will guide GPs through the interpretation and calculation of estimated glomerular filtration rate in adults, a useful tool for early detection of chronic kidney disease
A 69-year-old lady with diabetes and severe rheumatoid arthritis is admitted to hospital after being found on her bathroom floor at home. On admission, she is febrile and there is evidence of poor self-care
An 82-year-old woman is seen for clinical review. Her renal function has been monitored regularly because of hypertension that is treated with a combination ACE inhibitor and thiazide diuretic
The number of people identifying as transgender and presenting to healthcare providers in New Zealand is increasing, in line with trends seen internationally
GGT is an enzyme that is sensitive to liver pathology but not specific to its cause, so it is usually elevated in all types of liver pathology: hepatocellular damage or obstructive pathologies
It is still likely that pregnant patients will seek counselling regarding travel to tropical areas and risk of exposure to Zika virus, as this case example illustrates
Specialist GP Nikki Vadgama provides some tips to make your next paediatric eczema consult easier. She includes a review of new guidelines, resources, websites and medications for paediatric eczema management