Urgent dialysis in acute kidney injury (AKI) is required when serious, life-threatening complications cannot be managed with medical therapy. Indications are commonly summarized by the “AEIOU” mnemonic: significant Electrolyte imbalance (especially hyperkalemia), certain Intoxications, refractory fluid Overload, and symptomatic Uremia. The decision to initiate dialysis is based on the patient’s overall clinical condition rather than serum creatinine level alone. Timely renal replacement therapy helps prevent cardiac instability, respiratory failure, and further organ damage.
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