Melatonin Use Linked to Lower Risk for Vancomycin-Induced AKI
In a retrospective study of patients treated with vancomycin, acute kidney injury was 63% less likely to develop in those who took melatonin.
Acute Kidney Injury
‘Long COVID’ Raises Kidney Damage Risk
Large study reveals significantly increased risks for acute kidney injury, sharp declines in kidney function, and kidney failure
Arterial Stiffness Tied to Increased Risk for Acute Kidney Injury
Results support consideration of including arterial stiffness into risk prediction models for AKI, according to investigators.
Kidney Failure Risk Up Substantially With Hyperkalemia
Hyperkalemia signals diminished kidney function and lasting risks to kidney health, according to investigators.
Pharmacomechanical Thrombolysis for Acute DVT Tied to Kidney Injury
Bilateral deep vein thrombosis, single-session treatment, and female sex tied to greater risk
FDA Issues Safety Alert Regarding Use of Hydroxyethyl Starch Products
There are currently 4 FDA-approved hydroxyethyl starch products on the market.
Using Urinary NGAL as a Biomarker for AKI in Cirrhosis
A team of investigators conducted a prospective cohort study to validate NGAL as a diagnostic and prognostic tool for AKI in cirrhosis within North America.
Complications Develop in Half of COVID-19 Cases Treated in Hospitals
COVID-19 severity at hospital admission predicts complications even in young adults and those without pre-existing health conditions.
Acute Kidney Injury in Severe COVID-19 Cases Predicts Higher Death, Cardiovascular Risks
A study found no significant increased risks for death or major adverse cardiac events among infected patients with established chronic kidney disease or end-stage kidney disease.
Intensive BP Lowering Cuts Major Adverse CV Events, Mortality
But adverse effects, including hypotension, acute kidney injury, syncope, more frequent with intensive treatment in those at increased CV risk
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