Abstract
Contrast-induced acute kidney injury (CI-AKI) is an important consideration in patients undergoing cardiac catheterization. There has been a continuous strive to decrease morbidity and improve procedural safety. This review will address the pathophysiology, predictors, and clinical management of CI-AKI with a concise overview of the pathophysiology and a suggested association with left atrial appendage closure. Minimizing contrast administration and intravenous fluid hydration are the cornerstones of an effective preventive strategy. A few adjunctive pharmacotherapies hold promise, but there are no consensus recommendations on prophylactic therapies.
| Original language | English (US) |
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| Journal | Clinical Medicine Insights: Cardiology |
| Volume | 13 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - 2019 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Contrast-induced acute kidney injury
- cardiac catheterization
- clinical management
- pathophysiology
- predictors
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine