MEM Cast

In this episode of MEMcast, we delve deeper into secondary hyperparathyroidism in chronic kidney disease, taking a practical approach to its investigation and management, including phosphate control, vitamin D therapy, calcimimetics and parathyroidectomy.

We also explore the key differences between primary, secondary and tertiary hyperparathyroidism, and the biochemical and clinical features that help distinguish between them.

In this episode of MEMcast, we explore secondary hyperparathyroidism in chronic kidney disease, a common but sometimes challenging complication of CKD. We break down why PTH rises as kidney function declines, explore the relationship between calcium, phosphate, vitamin D and PTH, and discuss how to recognise, investigate and manage these abnormalities in clinical practice.

Dr Sanjida Chowdhury, a neurology registrar is walking us through an approach to papilloedema

During this weeks episode of pleural infection, Dr Thomas Bond is joined by Dr Mayurun Selvan, a Respiratory Consultant in lister hospital. The pair take a deep dive into diagnosis and management, discussing prognostic scoring and how to treat refractory patients! Don't forget to tune in! 🎧

In this episode, we take a practical approach to the management of anaemia in chronic kidney disease. We discuss the principles of treatment, and key considerations in patient care. We also explore erythropoiesis-stimulating agents (ESAs) and hypoxia-inducible factor prolyl hydroxylase inhibitors (HIF-PHIs), including their mechanisms of action, indications, contraindications, and how to apply current guidance in everyday clinical practice.