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
