Renal failure
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Acute kidney injury (AKI) treated with continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) is associated with poor outcome. Plasma B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) is a biomarker related to fluid volume overload, and is elevated in AKI patients. The purpose of the study was to assess whether BNP levels at the time of starting CRRT could be used as a predictor of mortality in patients with AKI receiving CRRT. ⋯ Elevated BNP level is associated with mortality in patients with AKI receiving CRRT.
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Atrial fibrillation (AF) is emerging as a major health problem. The prevalence is as high as 32% in patients with renal disease. Gastrointestinal bleeding (GIB) is a frequent complication. ⋯ Study suggests resuming warfarin after an episode of GIB in CKD patients but recommends considering the increased risk of recurrent GIB in ESRD patients.