Nephrology Cases From THE PITT

3 cases 2 episodes · S01E01 – S02E12

All emergency department cases involving Nephrology from The Pitt, documented with medically accurate clinical timelines, diagnostic workups, and expert clinical pearls.

Patient arriving via private vehicle in severe respiratory distress.

S02E12 Complex

55 · Male

Oliver Haas

Severe respiratory distress and hypoxia

Oliver Haas is a patient with End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) on a Monday/Wednesday/Friday hemodialysis schedule. He missed his Friday session due to attending a wedding. His son attempted to take him to the local clinic on Saturday morning, but it was closed for the 4th of July holiday. With their local rural hospital (Pine Ridge) permanently closed, his 20-year-old son Mason drove him 1.5 hours to The Pitt. Patient arrived in extremis, exhibiting severe respiratory distress and altered mental status upon arrival.

NephrologyDialysis +4 more

S01E01 Complex

31 · Male

Otis Williams

Shortness of breath and severe fatigue after attempting a morning run.

A 31-year-old healthy male presents with shortness of breath and severe fatigue. He reports feeling fine until about two weeks ago, following the Rochester Marathon. He frequently participates in triathlons. Attempted to run this morning but had to quit after one minute due to dyspnea. No recent falls, injuries, or previous medical issues reported.

CardiologyNephrology +3 more

Patient presenting with severe intractable vomiting and dehydration.

S01E01 Moderate

54 · Female

Theresa

Intractable vomiting

54-year-old female brought to the ED by her 18-year-old son, David. Patient was found on the bathroom floor and has had intractable vomiting since last night. Denies prior stomach problems, new medications, or recent travel. Husband passed away a few years ago from COVID-19.

ToxicologyPsychiatry +2 more

Oliver Haas

Otis Williams

Theresa

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