In today’s episode of the Medical Nursing Podcast we’re chatting all about a common cause of CKD, especially in cats - polycystic kidney disease.
Polycystic kidney disease is a genetic condition affecting patients from a young age, causing cysts to form within the kidneys. As they grow, they eventually cause advanced chronic kidney disease.
These patients benefit from early diagnosis and thorough supportive care, and we all know that veterinary nurses are vital in advocating for both of those things.
On top of that, client education is a huge part of this condition - and we all know nurses are great at that, too. But to advise our clients effectively, we need to have a good understanding of what PKD is, and how it affects our patients - and that’s exactly what we’re going to go through today.
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This podcast does not replace a veterinary surgeon's advice, and the content within it is provided for information only. All conditions must be diagnosed by a veterinary surgeon, and veterinary nurses and technicians must always ensure they are working within local legislation and regulating body guidelines. Any products or treatments discussed are for information only and do not constitute endorsements of products or services.
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