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Acute Oxalate Nephropathy Associated with Orlistat: A Case Report with a Review of the Literature

Year: 2013

Type: article

Abstract: Orlistat is a gastrointestinal lipase inhibitor used for weight reduction in obese individuals. Enteric hyperoxaluria caused by orlistat leads to oxalate absorption. Acute oxalate nephropathy is a rare complication of treatment with orlistat. Herein we report a patient presenting with acute renal failure which improved minimal with intravenous hydration. She was found to have oxalate crystals on renal biopsy. Patient admitted orlistat use over the counter for weight reduction on further questioning. The purpose of this case review is to increase awareness among patients since they are more focused on losing weight. This case also calls for the provider attention to educate patients regarding side effects of orlistat because of easy availability of orlistat over the counter.

Source: Case Reports in Nephrology

DOI: 10.1155/2013/124604

Authors: Dhara Chaudhari, Conchitina Crisostomo, Charles Ganote, George Youngberg

Institution: East Tennessee State University

Language: English

Topic: Kidney Stones and Urolithiasis Treatments

Subfield: Urology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $790