Acute Tubular Necrosis
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Renal tubular necrosis, or acute tubular necrosis, is damage to the cells of the small tubules of the kidney that can impair its ability to filter and eliminate waste. It is usually a frequent cause of a sudden decline in kidney function.
Common causes: it is associated with episodes of low blood supply to the kidney or with exposure to substances that are toxic to this organ.
Signs to watch for: a decrease in the amount of urine, swelling, fatigue, and other signs that the kidney is not filtering well.
Which specialists treat it? Nephrology, in both its adult and pediatric forms, and in certain cases urology, are the areas that study and follow up this type of kidney damage. If signs of poor kidney function appear, a professional assessment is essential.
Data on 56 doctors who treat acute tubular necrosis
Which specialist treats acute tubular necrosis?
Renal tubular necrosis should be evaluated by a Nephrologist, a specialist in kidney function. See this specialist if you have a sudden decrease in urine output or swelling. You can book an appointment for an urgent evaluation.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in acute tubular necrosis
Dr. Víctor Molgado
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Stephany Sbheidy García Arana
Dr. Brenda Rodríguez Bustos
Dr. Gabriela Berenice Vazquez De la Peña
Dr. Josué Marcial Meza
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Edson David Rodríguez Valle
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Roberto Galindo Lopez
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Dr. Valeria Gómez Galván
Dr. Andrea Piñeyro V.
Dr. Dulce Paola Grajales Garcia
Frequently asked questions
What is acute tubular necrosis?
Renal tubular necrosis, or acute tubular necrosis, is damage to the cells of the small tubules of the kidney that can impair its ability to filter and eliminate waste. It is usually a frequent cause of a sudden decline in kidney function.
Which doctor treats acute tubular necrosis?
Renal tubular necrosis should be evaluated by a Nephrologist, a specialist in kidney function. See this specialist if you have a sudden decrease in urine output or swelling. You can book an appointment for an urgent evaluation.