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Kidney Week

Basic/Clinical Science Session

What's New in Diuretics?

October 24, 2024 | 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM

Location: Room 6D, Convention Center

Session Description

This session reviews the latest data in diuretics. Particular emphasis is given to the potential benefits of acetazolamide and hypertonic saline, as well as the relative benefits of chlorthalidone vs. hydrochlorothiazide and torsemide vs. furosemide.

Learning Objective(s)

  • Define when diuresis with acetazolamide might be beneficial
  • List the potential benefits of using hypertonic saline to augment diuresis
  • Outline the relative benefits of chlorthalidone vs. hydrochlorothiazide
  • Describe the relative benefits of torsemide vs. furosemide

Learning Pathway(s)

  • Fluid‚ Electrolyte‚ and Acid-Base Disorders
  • AKI and Critical Care

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