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In the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), several risk factors increase the likelihood of developing Acute Kidney Injury (AKI). These include severe infections like sepsis and conditions that cause low blood flow to the kidneys, such as heart failure or severe dehydration. Patients receiving certain medications, like antibiotics or chemotherapy, are also at higher risk, as these drugs can affect kidney function.
Other risk factors include pre-existing kidney disease, advanced age, and chronic conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure. The use of contrast dyes for imaging studies can also contribute to AKI. Recognizing these risk factors helps healthcare providers monitor at-risk patients closely and take preventive measures to protect their kidney health.
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Dr. Atchyuth R. Gongada, HOD and Sr Consultant, Dept of Critical Care and Anaesthesiology, Apollo Hospitals, Health City, Visakhapatnam, briefs us on the risk factors for developing acute kidney injury in the ICU.
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