Risk Factors for Contrast-Induced AKI in Transplant Patients ID’d
Risk factors include impaired renal function and inadequate hydration prior to contrast exposure.
Contrast-Induced Nephropathy
Study Questions Prophylactic Hydration as Standard Care for CIN
High-risk patients who did not receive guidelines-recommended prophylactic hydration prior to procedures requiring iodinated contrast media had the same rate of contrast-induced nephropathy (CIN) as patients who received usual care, according to results from the phase 3 AMACING trial published online ahead of print in The Lancet.1 CIN refers to the decline in renal function…
AKI Risk Associated With Radiocontrast May Be Overestimated
In a study, the odds of acute kidney injury were 7% lower among patients who received radiocontrast versus those who did not.
Low Hemoglobin Associated With Elevated Risk of CIN
CIN developed in 14.7% of patients with low hemoglobin levels compared with 5% of those with normal levels.
N-Acetylcysteine May Protect Against CIN
N-acetylcysteine patients had significantly decreased odds of contrast-induced nephropathy.
Reduced Risk of Contrast-Induced Nephropathy With Iodixanol
Greatest reduction for N-acetylcysteine in patients receiving low-osmolar contrast media.
New Findings May Improve Prediction of Contrast-Induced Nephropathy
Risk is linked to small changes in serum creatinine and eGFR on the day after contrast exposure.
Central Venous Pressure-Guided Hydration May Reduce CIN
Reduced risk of contrast-induced nephropathy with no increase in acute heart failure.
Contrast-Induced Nephropathy in Kidney Tx Patients Characterized
Study reveals a 13% incidence of CIN in allograft recipients undergoing computed tomography or cardiac catheterization with contrast media.
Hydration During PCI Reduces Contrast Nephropathy
Contrast-Induced Nephropathy is significantly associated with mortality and need for dialysis; hydration is also a predictor of CIN.
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