Acute kidney injury (AKI) can affect about 10% of hospitalized patients and may increase the risk for illness and death. So far, management and treatment outcomes in AKI patients discharged home from an emergency department are not well described. This article outlines the clinical findings of a recent study- the first of its kind- that describes the characteristics and outcomes in patients with AKI. AKI causes significant morbidity and mortality in the community and clinic.
Moreover, people hospitalized with AKI have been associated with an increased risk for cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease, and end-stage renal disease. Thus, understanding the etiological factors and the pathophysiology resulting in AKI is essential in deciding appropriate therapies. This retrospective cohort study provides a comprehensive evaluation of patients with AKI discharged home from the…
