Risk Factors and Outcome of Acute Kidney Injury after Isolated CABG Surgery: a Prospective Cohort Study
Background: Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a frequent event after cardiac surgery with
increased mortality and morbidity. We explored frequency, risk factors, and
associated morbidity and mortality of AKI after isolated coronary artery
bypass grafting (CABG) surgery at a single institution.Methods: All consecutive adults undergoing CABG surgery from March 2013 to October
2016 were assessed for development and severity of AKI based on Acute Kidney
Injury Network (AKIN) criteria. The patients were also investigated
regarding their need for renal replacement therapy (RRT), predictive risk
factors, and associated outcomes, includin ...
Source: Brazilian Journal of Cardiovascular Surgery - Category: Cardiology Source Type: research
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