Entry: Acid, base, fluid, electrolyte disorders

The kidneys are responsible for maintaining the balance of acids, bases, fluids and electrolytes in the body, avoiding significant fluctuations that can lead to life-threatening conditions. Acid, base, fluid and electrolyte disorders occur in renal failure as a consequence of declining glomerular filtration rate.

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The kidneys are responsible for maintaining the balance of acids, bases, fluids and electrolytes in the body, avoiding significant fluctuations that can lead to life-threatening conditions. Acid, base, fluid and electrolyte disorders occur in renal failure as a consequence of declining glomerular filtration rate.

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The kidneys are responsible for maintaining the balance of acids, bases, fluids and electrolytes in the body, avoiding significant fluctuations that can lead to life-threatening conditions. Acid, base, fluid and electrolyte disorders occur in renal failure as a consequence of declining glomerular filtration rate.