Complications Of Chronic Kidney Disease ⚡Mnemonic⚡

Mnemonic :  COMPLICATION

C – Cardiovascular complications: CKD can lead to hypertension, left ventricular hypertrophy, and an increased risk of cardiovascular events such as heart attacks and strokes.

O – Osteodystrophy: CKD patients often experience bone disorders due to disturbances in calcium and phosphate metabolism, leading to conditions like renal osteodystrophy.

M – Metabolic Acidosis: The kidneys are responsible for maintaining acid-base balance, and CKD can result in metabolic acidosis, which negatively impacts various organ systems.

P – Proteinuria: Persistent proteinuria is a hallmark of CKD and can be indicative of glomerular damage.

L – Lipid abnormalities: CKD can lead to dyslipidemia, which contributes to the risk of cardiovascular complications.

I – Infection susceptibility: Immune system dysfunction can make CKD patients more susceptible to infections, particularly urinary tract infections.

C – Compromised renal function: Gradual loss of renal function is the essence of CKD and leads to various complications.

A – Anemia: Decreased production of erythropoietin by the kidneys results in anemia in CKD patients.

T – Thrombosis risk: CKD patients are at an increased risk of thrombotic events due to factors such as platelet dysfunction and endothelial injury.

I – Insulin resistance: CKD is associated with insulin resistance, which can complicate diabetes management in CKD patients.

O – Overhydration: Accumulation of fluid is common in CKD, leading to edema and potentially severe pulmonary edema.

N – Neuropathy: CKD can cause various neurological complications, such as peripheral neuropathy, which can affect sensory and motor function.