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Nephrotic syndrome — PARA MCQ

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HardGeneral Medicine - RenalNephrotic syndromePARA

A 56-year-old man has progressive ankle swelling and frothy urine. Urine dip shows protein 4+, serum albumin is 22 g/L, cholesterol is raised and creatinine is normal. What is the most likely diagnosis?

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Correct answer: ENephrotic syndrome

Heavy proteinuria, hypoalbuminaemia, oedema and hyperlipidaemia define nephrotic syndrome.

Reference: NICE CKS: Nephrotic syndrome; UK Kidney Association guidance