Challenging Cases of Acute Kidney Injury in ICU Settings

This session will delve into complex and high-risk cases of Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) encountered in intensive care units. Through real-world scenarios, we will explore diagnostic dilemmas, evolving clinical presentations, and management strategies in critically ill patients. The discussion will...

• AKI matters significantly in the ICU, with up to 50% of patients experiencing it, leading to high mortality (60-70%) and progression to chronic kidney disease in one-third of survivors. AKI is defined by creatinine increases (≥0.3 mg/dL within 48 hours or ≥1.5 times baseline within 7 days) or decreased urine output (<0.5 mL/kg/hour for 6 hours). Early detection is crucial, as creatinine changes lag behind GFR decline.