作者: Jeremiah R. Brown , Peter A. McCullough
DOI: 10.1007/978-1-4471-4528-8_5
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摘要: CI-AKI is a serious complication for patients undergoing iodinated contrast procedures. has been associated with poor survival, worse morbidity, and increased healthcare resource utilization cost. There are effective tools to risk-assess prior following These can be used identify at high risk of developing or renal failure. In order prevent CI-AKI, aggressive hydration protocols including patient education at-home hydration, IV normal saline and/or sodium bicarbonate protocols, consider high-dose N-acetylcysteine (1,200 mg) before after the procedure. Patients should educated about risks on kidney function importance complying post-discharge SCr measurement, follow-up cardiology their primary care physician. strategies inexpensive help maximize safety while reducing overall expenditures.