From the Guidelines
For a patient with active sediment, referral to a nephrologist for further diagnosis, including the possibility of kidney biopsy, should be considered. This is because an active urinary sediment, which may contain red or white blood cells or cellular casts, suggests alternative or additional causes of kidney disease 1. The presence of active sediment indicates ongoing kidney inflammation that requires prompt evaluation to prevent permanent kidney damage and progression to chronic kidney disease.
Key Considerations
- The typical presentation of diabetic kidney disease includes long-standing duration of diabetes, retinopathy, albuminuria without gross hematuria, and gradually progressive loss of eGFR 1.
- However, signs of kidney disease may be present at diagnosis or without retinopathy in type 2 diabetes, and reduced eGFR without albuminuria is becoming more common over time 1.
- An active urinary sediment, rapidly increasing albuminuria or total proteinuria, the presence of nephrotic syndrome, rapidly decreasing eGFR, or the absence of retinopathy (in type 1 diabetes) suggests alternative or additional causes of kidney disease 1.
Management
- Referral to a nephrologist for further diagnosis, including the possibility of kidney biopsy, should be considered for patients with active sediment or other features suggestive of alternative or additional causes of kidney disease 1.
- Regular monitoring of kidney function, urinalysis, and complete blood count is essential to guide management and prevent progression to chronic kidney disease.
- Patients should maintain adequate hydration, follow a low-sodium diet, and avoid nephrotoxic medications to support kidney health.
Prioritization
- The most recent and highest quality study 1 prioritizes referral to a nephrologist for further diagnosis and consideration of kidney biopsy in patients with active sediment or other features suggestive of alternative or additional causes of kidney disease.
From the Research
Ali with Active Sediment
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