Study of Diabetes and Hypertension Effects on Renal Function using Renal Scintigraphy

Abstract

The kidneys play key roles in body function by filtering the blood and getting rid of waste products and balancing the electrolyte levels in the body. Chronic diseases such as hypertension (high blood pressure) and diabetes are devastating because of the damage that they can do to kidneys and other organs. This study included population of 100 patients having hypertension or diabetes underwent the renal DTPA scan. The aim of this research is to study diabetes and hypertension effects on renal function using renal scintigraphy. The importance of this study dwells in the possibility of limiting the impact of these chronic diseases and to help preventing any potential kidney damage. The study was conducted at AlNeeleen Medical Diagnostic Center/Nuclear Medicine Department and Royal Care International Hospital/Nuclear Medicine Department between October 2019- February 2020, then analyzed by SPSS statistical program. Results showed that the time of occurrence of hypertension or diabetes individually (HP / DM) has no influence on the kidney function, while the occurrence of the hypertension and diabetes combined (HP + DM) for a long period of time leads to kidney function deterioration, which in turn affect the overall outcome of the renal system. The study recommends assessing the radiation dose administered, body mass index and time contribution to kidney function in presence of hypertension and diabetes. And to increase awareness of a healthy lifestyle and the role of regular examinations to help in early detection which can become an effective factor in limiting the effects of hypertension and diabetes on the renal function