acute kidney injury

Unexpected Risks of Postoperative 20% Albumin Infusion in High-Risk Cardiac Surgery Patients: Insights from the ALBICS AKI Trial

By MedXY 09/13/2025

The ALBICS AKI trial reveals that postoperative infusion of 20% albumin increases acute kidney injury risk in high-risk cardiac surgery patients, challenging prior assumptions about albumin's nephroprotective role in this setting.

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Perioperative Nitric Oxide Conditioning in Cardiac Surgery: A Paradigm Shift for Protecting Renal Function in CKD Patients (DEFENDER Trial Review)

By MedXY 08/21/2025

Perioperative nitric oxide administration in CKD patients undergoing cardiac surgery significantly reduces acute kidney injury incidence and preserves renal function, while demonstrating safety and additional benefits against postoperative pneumonia.

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Delayed Remote Ischemic Preconditioning Reduces Contrast-Associated Acute Kidney Injury After Coronary Angiography and PCI: Insights from a Randomized Trial

By MedXY 08/13/2025

A multicenter randomized trial demonstrates that delayed remote ischemic preconditioning 24 hours prior to coronary angiography or PCI significantly lowers the incidence of contrast-associated acute kidney injury in high-risk patients.

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Urine Biomarkers Predict Kidney Function Recovery After Ambulatory Acute Kidney Injury in Blood Pressure Treatment

By MedXY 08/13/2025

Urine biomarkers reflecting glomerular injury and tubular dysfunction can predict kidney function recovery after ambulatory acute kidney injury in hypertensive patients, aiding clinical decision-making during blood pressure management.