Case Report
Year: 2021 | Month: January-March | Volume: 6 | Issue: 1 | Pages: 101-104
Bartter Syndrome - A Community Based Case Management
Percis NH1, Joy Priyadharishini J2
1Tutor, College of Nursing, Christian Medical College, Vellore.
2Lecturer, College of Nursing, Christian Medical College, Vellore.
Corresponding Author: Joy Priyadharishini J
ABSTRACT
Bartter syndrome is a rare genetic disorder affecting kidney function. It is found in both gender and in all ethnic background. As clinical manifestations differ according to different age group, a detailed history and a thorough physical examination will enable the nurses to detect problems at the earliest. Early investigations and prompt treatment will help the patients prevent complications and enhance longevity. Nurses have a pivotal role in providing a comprehensive care to the patients with Bartter syndrome. Fluid and electrolyte balance, nutrition and prevention of infection are some of the factors to be emphasized for patients with Bartter syndrome. This article describes the pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, medical and nursing management regarding Bartter syndrome.
Keywords: Bartter syndrome, rare genetic disorder, kidney function, Gitelman syndrome.