MEM Cast

In this episode, we discuss key skin findings that can be clues to potential connective tissue disease. Conditions discussed include sarcoidosis, dermatomyositis and systemic lupus erythematosus.

In this episode of MEMcast, we explore intrinsic kidney disease, both as a distinct disorder and as part of the continuum. We discuss how to differentiate pre-renal, intrinsic and post-renal causes of AKI, the clinical features that should raise suspicion of intrinsic renal disease, and important clues.

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