In general, symptoms and signs that suggest a rise in ICP including headache, vomiting without nausea, ocular palsies, altered level of consciousness, back pain and papilledema. If papilledema is protracted, it may lead to visual disturbances, optic atrophy, and eventually blindness.
Definition of Acute tubular necrosis. Acute tubular necrosis: A severe form of acute renal failure that develops in people with severe illnesses (such as sepsis) or with very low blood pressure. Patients may need dialysis. Kidney function often improves if the underlying disease is successfully treated. Abbreviated ATN.
Summary. 1  Acute renal failure is common in hospitalized patients. 2  Early recognition is important but still elusive. 3  Acute renal failure results in substantial morbidity and mortality.  Intrinsic acute renal failure is the most common cause; acute tubular necrosis is the most common intrinsic acute renal failure.