🩸 Section 500.2 · Anemia of Renal Disease

Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics 22nd Edition | Chronic kidney disease (CKD) anemia: erythropoietin (EPO) deficiency, functional iron deficiency, ESA therapy (epoetin alfa, darbepoetin), iron supplementation, target Hb 11-12 g/dL. Black box warning for high ESA doses.

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📋 30 Clinical Scenarios — Anemia of Renal Disease (CKD Anemia)

📇 High‑Yield Review Cards (Anemia of CKD)

🩺 Clinical Recognition: Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease

Select a presentation for diagnostic clues and management.

📋 Stepwise Management of Anemia of Renal Disease

🔑 Anemia Definition in CKD (Nelson Table/guidelines)
• 0.5-5 years: Hb <11.0 g/dL
• 5-12 years: Hb <11.5 g/dL
• 12-15 years: Hb <12.0 g/dL
• Males >15 years: Hb <13.0 g/dL; Females >15 years: Hb <12.0 g/dL
Target Hb on ESA: 11-12 g/dL (avoid >13 g/dL — increased risk)

    ⚡ Reflex Prompts — Clinical Decisions in CKD Anemia

    📖 Summary: Anemia of Renal Disease — Nelson Section 500.2