uremic syndrome

uremic syndrome, a complication of chronic renal disease. ▪ OBSERVATIONS: Symptoms are variable and related to the buildup of urea and other wastes that can not be eliminated by the kidneys. Nausea, weight loss, cardiac symptoms, confusion, and neurologic problems such as seizures are often present. ▪ INTERVENTIONS: Renal dialysis is necessary unless renal function returns to normal.