Peppermint essential oil has been called one of the most versatile oils in the world, sharing the title with Lavender. Abounding in dermal and oral uses as well as anti-microbial properties, there are countless issues for which it is beneficial, promoting the wellness of body, mind, and overall health.
Acute tubular necrosis (ATN) is the most common cause of acute kidney injury (AKI) in the renal category (that is, AKI in which the pathology lies within the kidney itself). See the ATN image below. Photomicrograph of a renal biopsy specimen shows renal medulla, which is composed mainly of renal tubules.
See Chronic Kidney Disease and Acute Tubular Necrosis for complete information on these topics. For information on pediatric cases, see Chronic Kidney Disease in Children. An example of AKI, apparently the result of acute tubular necrosis (ATN), is seen in the image below.