Kidney failure has been one of the most prevalent diseases in recent times. It is a type of diseases when kidneys stop to function normally. According to the duration of failure, there are two types- acute kidney injury and chronic kidney disease. Where high BP or diabetes can be the reason for chronic kidney disease while kidney malfunctions such as dehydration, blood loss or medicines can result in chronic kidney injury.
This exclusive KOL Interview highlights the underlining differences between chronic kidney disease and acute kidney injury along with its management approaches. Health Expert: Dr. Mohammed Mamdouh Hefzy is the head of the nephrology department at Thumbay hospital in UAE. His areas of expertise and interests include management of acute and chronic renal failure and its diagnosis and management.
