DR. ROBERT JOHN LOGEL, M.D.

FAYETTEVILLE, NC

Research Active
Orthopaedic Surgery NPI registered 21+ years 1 publication 1976 – 1976 NPI: 1275536989
Orthopaedic Surgery
RatsGlomerular Filtration RateNatriuresisPotassiumRegional Blood FlowLactatesSaline Solution, Hypertonic

Practice Location

1991 FORDHAM DRIVE
FAYETTEVILLE, NC 28304

Phone: (910) 484-3114

What does ROBERT LOGEL research?

Dr. Logel studies the effects of thermal burns on kidney function, specifically how these injuries influence the kidneys' ability to filter blood and control the balance of fluids in the body. His work investigates how treatments, such as sodium loading, can improve kidney performance after burns, while also questioning the common practice of providing large amounts of water to burn patients. This research is important for developing better care strategies for individuals who have suffered severe burns.

Key findings

  • After thermal burns, kidney function drops significantly: blood filtering ability reduced by 56%, sodium excretion by 54%, and urine production by 40% compared to normal levels.
  • Providing a sodium load helped restore kidney function in burn-injured rats, suggesting that electrolyte management is critical in treatment.
  • Increasing water intake did not enhance kidney performance; instead, it only helped rats retain more water without improving filtering ability.

Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Logel study kidney function in burn patients?
Yes, Dr. Logel specifically researches how thermal burns affect kidney function and the impact of various treatments.
What treatments has Dr. Logel researched for burn injuries?
He has investigated the effects of sodium loading and water intake on kidney performance after thermal burns.
Is Dr. Logel's work relevant to patients with severe burns?
Yes, his findings are crucial for healthcare providers treating burn patients to improve their kidney function and overall recovery.

Publications in plain English

Renal function after thermal trauma: the effects of treatment on renal blood flow and sodium and water excretion.

1976

Surgery

Monafo WW, Ayvazian VH, Logel R, Deitz F, Eve M

Plain English
This study looked at how thermal burns affect kidney function in rats, finding that their ability to filter blood and excrete sodium and urine dropped significantly—by 56%, 54%, and 40% of normal levels, respectively. When the researchers provided a sodium load, it helped restore these functions, but giving double the amount of water didn't improve kidney performance, even though it helped the rats retain more water. This indicates that the amount of water usually given to burn patients might be more than needed. Who this helps: This benefits doctors and healthcare providers treating patients with burn injuries.

PubMed

Frequent Co-Authors

W W Monafo V H Ayvazian F Deitz M Eve

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