Acute renal failure

ACUTE RENAL FAILURE ( ARF )

  • Acute renal failure (ARF) is by sudden onset of filtration failure by the kidneys, accumulation of uremic toxins, and dysregulation of fluid, electrolyte, and acid–base balance.
  • Potentially reversible if diagnosed quickly and treated aggressively.
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