BMJ : British medical journal
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To look at the available literature on validated prediction models for contrast induced nephropathy and describe their characteristics. ⋯ Most predictive models for contrast induced nephropathy in clinical use have modest ability, and are only relevant to patients receiving contrast for coronary angiography. Further research is needed to develop models that can better inform patient centred decision making, as well as improve the use of prevention strategies for contrast induced nephropathy.