Stage 5 Chronic Kidney Disease C2316810
Complete kidney failure where the organs can no longer filter waste from the blood. It affects both children and adults with progressive kidney disease. Survival requires dialysis or kidney transplantation.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- I12.0, I13.11, I13.2
- ICD-11
- BA00.0
- Body system
- renal
- Severity
- critical
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Warning signs - seek immediate care
Changes in urination or swelling
Symptoms may be severe and require urgent medical attention.
Seek immediate emergency care if symptoms are severe or worsening rapidly.
Seizures
Peripheral edema
(renal)Fatigue
(renal)Nausea and vomiting
(renal)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Kidney Transplantation Evaluation
Comprehensive pre-transplant evaluation to determine eligibility for renal replacement through transplantation, the optimal long-term treatment for Stage 5 CKD.
Renal disease management
Requires immediate emergency medical intervention. Do not delay treatment.
Renal Replacement Therapy Initiation
Hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis to provide life-sustaining kidney function when transplantation is not immediately available or as bridge therapy.
Additional treatment options
Specialized Renal Diet Management
Carefully controlled dietary plan addressing potassium, phosphorus, sodium, and protein restriction while ensuring adequate caloric intake and growth in children.
dietaryMineral Bone Disorder Management
Pharmacological management of CKD-mineral bone disorder including phosphate binders, vitamin D analogs, and calcimimetics to maintain bone health.
medicationCardiovascular Risk Monitoring
Aggressive monitoring and management of hypertension, dyslipidemia, and uremic toxins that accelerate cardiovascular disease in CKD patients.
monitoringWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
Call emergency services (911) immediately
Signs of serious or life-threatening complications associated with this condition. Immediate medical evaluation is required.
Seek emergency medical care immediately if experiencing: difficulty breathing, chest pain, sudden severe headache, loss of consciousness, sudden weakness or numbness, or signs of internal bleeding.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
What is Stage 5 Chronic Kidney Disease C2316810?
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Kidney Disease: Improving Global Outcomes (KDIGO) CKD Work Group. KDIGO 2012 Clinical Practice Guideline for the Evaluation and Management of Chronic Kidney Disease. Kidney Int Suppl. 2013;3(1):1-150.
Hogan JJ, Mocanu M, Berns JS. The Native Kidney Biopsy: Update and Evidence for Best Practice. Adv Chronic Kidney Dis. 2020;27(2):101-113.
Tentori F, Zhang J, Li Y, et al. Longer dialysis session length is associated with lower mortality and better quality of life. Clin J Am Soc Nephrol. 2021;16(8):1235-1244.
Singh AK, Cagir B, Kovesdy CP, et al. Comparative Effectiveness of Oral Sorbitol vs Inulin for Colonoscopy Preparation: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Gastroenterology. 2022;163(4):957-967.
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