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Obesity and Kidney Disease - Effects of COVID on Acute Kidney Disease and Obesity and Transplantation

Mary Greeley Medical Center via YouTube

Overview

Explore the complex relationship between obesity, kidney disease, and COVID-19 in this 38-minute physician grand rounds presentation from Mary Greeley Medical Center. Learn from nephrologist Dr. Aleksandra Kukla and transplant surgeon Dr. Ty Diwan from Mayo Clinic, Rochester, as they delve into the effects of COVID-19 on acute kidney disease and the impact of obesity on kidney transplantation. Gain insights into the prevalence of obesity, its connection to COVID-19 outcomes, and kidney injury associated with the virus. Examine histological evidence and discuss transplant considerations, including costs, BMI factors, and associated conditions like hypertension and diabetes. Compare outcomes for patients with and without sleeve gastrectomy, and understand the implications for renal failure patients on dialysis. This comprehensive presentation provides valuable information for healthcare professionals dealing with the intersecting challenges of obesity, kidney disease, and the ongoing pandemic.

Syllabus

Introduction
Obesity is a huge problem
Obesity and Covid19
Kidney Injury and Covid19
Example
Discussion
Histology Slide
Dr Diwan
Transplants
Cost to Transplant
Obesity and Transplant
BMI
Hypertension
Diabetes
Renal Failure
Waiting List
Sleeve vs No Sleeve
Diabetes After Transplant
Renal Failure on Dialysis
Conclusion

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Mary Greeley Medical Center

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