
Dr. Rita A. Mankus MD
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
2708 Ferry St Lafayette IN, 47904About
Dr. Rita Mankus is a nephrologist practicing in Lafayette, IN. Dr. Mankus specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Mankus most typically treats conditions like kidney stones, chronic kidney disease, acute renal failure, polycystuc kidney disease, high blood pressure and more. Nephrologists are also experts on kidney transplantation and dialysis. They are usually referred to by primary care physicians for problems related to the kidneys, and while they can perform tests to diagnose kidney disorders, they do not perform surgeries.
Education and Training
In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In 1986
Indiana University School of Medicine 1986
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Survival and hydraulic function of the Ash Split Cath hemodialysis catheter.
- The Ash Split CathTM as long-term IJ access: Hydraulic performance and longevity.
- Concentrated Sodium Citrate (23%) for Catheter Lock.
- Diuretics potentiate angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor-induced acute renal failure.
- Comparison of blood flow rates and hydraulic resistance between the Mahurkar catheter, the Tesio twin catheter, and the Ash Split Cath.
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Practice At 2708 Ferry St
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