CKD Progression After Acute Kidney Injury Characterized
Male gender, diabetes, and renal function decline at 90 days implicated as risk factors; patients rarely progress to end-stage renal disease.
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High Sodium Intake May Up CVD Risk in CKD Patients
CKD patients with daily sodium above 4,548 mg may help protect their cardiovascular health by reducing sodium in their diets, researchers suggested.
Fluid Overload at RRT Initiation Ups AKI Patients’ Long-Term Mortality
Japanese study demonstrates a 2-fold increased risk of death from any cause.
Hyperkalemia More Likely in Sicker Elderly Patients
As elderly patients age, the number of drugs they take that may cause hyperkalemia increases.
High Uric Acid Increases Risk of Non-Fatal Stroke in CKD Patients
Odds of non-fatal stroke are 49% higher in patients in the fourth quartile of uric acid level versus those in the second quartile.
Novel SHPT Drug Is Safe, Efficacious Long Term
No new safety concerns observed in a 52-week extension trial of etelcalcetide in hemodialysis with secondary hyperparathyroidism.
When Blood Is Sampled Affects Dialysis Patients’ Phosphorus Values
Phosphorus levels are higher when blood specimens are collected after weekends.
Proposed Regimen May Cut Hypercalcemia Risk in CKD Patients
Paricalcitol-based protocol includes limited use of calcium-based phosphate binders.
Risk Factors ID’d for Early Mortality After Starting CRRT
High FiO2 and norepinephrine in AKI patients increases their risk of death within 24 hours of being placed on continuous renal replacement therapy.
Critically Ill Acute Kidney Injury Patients Benefit From Early RRT
Study demonstrates improved 90-day survival and greater likelihood of recovering renal function.
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