Table 6 Management of edema
Management of edema in nephrotic syndrome | |
|---|---|
Mild edema | ▪ sodium restriction ▪ fluid restriction |
Moderate edema | ▪ sodium restriction ▪ fluid restriction ▪ loop diuretic ▪ potassium sparing diuretic for prolonged therapy |
Severe/refractory edema | ▪ sodium restriction ▪ fluid restriction ▪ loop diuretic +/− potassium sparing diuretic ▪ thyazide diuretic ▪ albumin, followed by a bolus of furosemide |