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==Overview==
==Overview==
[[Contrast media]] (CM) are widely used in diagnostic and interventional procedures with rising incidence of [[iatrogenic renal function impairment]] caused by the exposure to contrast media, a condition known as Contrast-induced nephropathy(CIN).  
[[Contrast media]] (CM) are widely used in diagnostic and interventional procedures with rising incidence of iatrogenic [[renal function impairment]] caused by the exposure to contrast media, a condition known as contrast-induced nephropathy (CIN).


There are three necessary components for the definition of CIN.<ref name="pmid16612394">{{cite journal| author=Mehran R, Nikolsky E| title=Contrast-induced nephropathy: definition, epidemiology, and patients at risk. | journal=Kidney Int Suppl | year= 2006 | volume= | issue= 100 | pages= S11-5 | pmid=16612394 | doi=10.1038/sj.ki.5000368 | pmc= | url=http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/eutils/elink.fcgi?dbfrom=pubmed&tool=sumsearch.org/cite&retmode=ref&cmd=prlinks&id=16612394 }} </ref>
==Definition==
:Elevated serum creatinine compared to the baseline values
In 2012, a new definiton for contrast induced nephropathy was put forth by the KDIGO-AKI guidelines. CIN was to be considered a new form of acute kidney injury (AKI) caused by contrast media, and definition criteria for AKI would also apply for CIN now called contrast-induced acute kidney injury (CI-AKI).<ref name="doi10.1038/kisup.2011.34">{{cite journal|author=Kidney Disease Improving Global Outcomes Work Group| title=2012 KDIGO Clinical Practice Guideline for Acute Kidney Injury| journal=Kidey Int Supp |year= 2012 | volume= 2 | pages= 69-88 | doi=10.1038/kisup.2011.34 | pmc=|url=http://www.nature.com/kisup/journal/v2/n1/full/kisup201134a.html }} </ref> However, the most commonly used definition in clinical trails  is acute renal insufficiency marked by an increase in baseline serum creatinine of >25% or an absolute increase in serum creatinine of 0.5 mg/dL that occurs 48-72 hours following the exposure to CM.<ref name="pmid16612394">{{cite journal| author=Mehran R, Nikolsky E| title=Contrast-induced nephropathy: definition, epidemiology, and patients at risk. | journal=Kidney Int Suppl | year= 2006 | volume=  | issue= 100 | pages= S11-5 | pmid=16612394 | doi=10.1038/sj.ki.5000368 | pmc=|url=http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/eutils/elink.fcgi?dbfrom=pubmed&tool=sumsearch.org/cite&retmode=ref&cmd=prlinks&id=16612394  }} </ref><ref name="pmid16436769">{{cite journal |author=Barrett BJ, Parfrey PS |title=Clinical practice. Preventing nephropathy induced by contrast medium |journal=N. Engl. J. Med.|volume=354 |issue=4 |pages=379–86 |year=2006 |pmid=16436769 |doi=10.1056/NEJMcp050801}}</ref>  The new definition shifted the 0.5 mg/dL cut-off to 0.3 mg/dL and the 25% increase in baseline to 1.5 times the original serum creatinine.
:Temporal relationship between the rise in serum creatinine and exposure to a contrast agent
:Exclusion of alternative explanations for renal impairment
 
Contrast-induced nephropathy is defined as either a greater than 25% increase of serum creatinine or an absolute increase in serum creatinine of 0.5 mg/dL that occur 48–72 hours following the exposure to CM.<ref name="pmid16612394">{{cite journal| author=Mehran R, Nikolsky E| title=Contrast-induced nephropathy: definition, epidemiology, and patients at risk. | journal=Kidney Int Suppl | year= 2006 | volume=  | issue= 100 | pages= S11-5 | pmid=16612394 | doi=10.1038/sj.ki.5000368 | pmc= | url=http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/eutils/elink.fcgi?dbfrom=pubmed&tool=sumsearch.org/cite&retmode=ref&cmd=prlinks&id=16612394  }} </ref><ref name="pmid16436769">{{cite journal |author=Barrett BJ, Parfrey PS |title=Clinical practice. Preventing nephropathy induced by contrast medium |journal=N. Engl. J. Med. |volume=354 |issue=4 |pages=379–86 |year=2006 |pmid=16436769 |doi=10.1056/NEJMcp050801}}</ref>  According to a study that aimed to describe the course of creatinine rise and its determinants after exposure to contrast media, the first 24 hours post-exposure appear to be crucial in the development of CIN.<ref name="pmid16612394">{{cite journal| author=Mehran R, Nikolsky E|title=Contrast-induced nephropathy: definition, epidemiology, and patients at risk. | journal=Kidney Int Suppl | year= 2006 | volume=  | issue= 100 | pages= S11-5 |pmid=16612394 | doi=10.1038/sj.ki.5000368 | pmc= | url=http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/eutils/elink.fcgi?dbfrom=pubmed&tool=sumsearch.org/cite&retmode=ref&cmd=prlinks&id=16612394  }} </ref><ref name="pmid12440177">{{cite journal| author=Guitterez NV, Diaz A, Timmis GC, O'Neill WW, Stevens MA, Sandberg KR et al.| title=Determinants of serum creatinine trajectory in acute contrast nephropathy. | journal=J Interv Cardiol | year= 2002 | volume= 15 | issue= 5 | pages= 349-54 | pmid=12440177 | doi= | pmc= | url=http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/eutils/elink.fcgi?dbfrom=pubmed&tool=sumsearch.org/cite&retmode=ref&cmd=prlinks&id=12440177  }} </ref>  The same study showed that patients with less than 0.5 mg/dl rise in serum creatinine within the first 24 h were unlikely to have any clinically meaningful form of CIN.


==Historical Perspective==
==Historical Perspective==
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==Pathophysiology==
==Pathophysiology==
The exact mechanisms of nephrotoxicity have yet to be more illustrated, but are likely to involve several pathogenic factorsIntrinsic causes include increased vasoconstrictive forces, decreased local prostaglandin- and [[nitric oxide]] (NO)-mediated vasodilatation, a direct toxic effect on renal tubular cells with damage caused by [[oxygen free radicals]], increased oxygen consumption, and increased intratubular pressure secondary to contrast-induced diuresis, increased urinary viscosity, and tubular obstruction, all of which leads to medullary ischemia.<ref name="pmid15547209">{{cite journal| author=Gleeson TG, Bulugahapitiya S| title=Contrast-induced nephropathy. | journal=AJR Am J Roentgenol | year= 2004 | volume= 183 | issue= 6 | pages= 1673-89 | pmid=15547209 | doi=10.2214/ajr.183.6.01831673 | pmc= | url=http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/eutils/elink.fcgi?dbfrom=pubmed&tool=sumsearch.org/cite&retmode=ref&cmd=prlinks&id=15547209 }} </ref>
The pathophysiology of CIN is not clearly understood; however, several attempts have been made to explain the underlying mechanism.  It is generally agreed that CIN is due to a combination of several influences brought on by contrast-media infusion rather than a single processThe most important mechanism thought to be involved in CIN is a reduction in renal perfusion and subsequent hypoxia.  This has been attributed to several alterations in the renal microenvironment including activation of the tubuloglomerular feeback, local vasoactive metabolites including adenosine, prostaglandin, [[Nitric oxide|NO]], and endothelin as well as increased interstitial pressure.<ref name="pmid21784541">{{cite journal| author=Wong PC, Li Z, Guo J, Zhang A| title=Pathophysiology of contrast-induced nephropathy. |journal=Int J Cardiol | year= 2012 | volume= 158 | issue= 2 | pages= 186-92 | pmid=21784541 | doi=10.1016/j.ijcard.2011.06.115 | pmc= |url=http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/eutils/elink.fcgi?dbfrom=pubmed&tool=sumsearch.org/cite&retmode=ref&cmd=prlinks&id=21784541  }} </ref>  Although sometimes considered controversial, studies have also proposed injury to renal tubular cells as another contributor both via a direct cytotoxic effect and via reactive oxygen species production.<ref name="pmid15954892">{{cite journal| author=Persson PB, Hansell P, Liss P| title=Pathophysiology of contrast medium-induced nephropathy. | journal=Kidney Int | year= 2005 | volume= 68 | issue= 1 | pages= 14-22 | pmid=15954892 | doi=10.1111/j.1523-1755.2005.00377.x | pmc= |url=http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/eutils/elink.fcgi?dbfrom=pubmed&tool=sumsearch.org/cite&retmode=ref&cmd=prlinks&id=15954892 }} </ref>


==Contrast induced nephropathy differential diagnosis==
==Contrast induced nephropathy differential diagnosis==
The differential diagnosis includes, but not limited to, Atheroembolic [[renal failure]], [[Acute renal failure]], [[Acute interstitial nephritis]], and [[Acute tubular necrosis]].
The differential diagnosis includes atheroembolic [[renal failure]], [[acute renal failure]], [[acute interstitial nephritis]], and [[acute tubular necrosis]].


==Epidemiology and Demographics==
==Epidemiology and Demographics==
An overall incidence of CIN in the general population is reported to be 0.6–2.3%.<ref name="pmid9169676">{{cite journal| author=Lasser EC, Lyon SG, Berry CC| title=Reports on contrast media reactions: analysis of data from reports to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. | journal=Radiology | year= 1997 | volume= 203 | issue= 3 | pages= 605-10 | pmid=9169676 | doi= | pmc= | url=http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/eutils/elink.fcgi?dbfrom=pubmed&tool=sumsearch.org/cite&retmode=ref&cmd=prlinks&id=9169676  }} </ref>  CIN is the third most common cause of renal failure, the overall mortality rate was 19.4% and was similar among patients for all causes of renal insufficiency.<ref name="pmid11979336">{{cite journal| author=Nash K, Hafeez A, Hou S| title=Hospital-acquired renal insufficiency. | journal=Am J Kidney Dis | year= 2002 | volume= 39 | issue= 5 | pages= 930-6 | pmid=11979336 | doi=10.1053/ajkd.2002.32766 | pmc= | url=http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/eutils/elink.fcgi?dbfrom=pubmed&tool=sumsearch.org/cite&retmode=ref&cmd=prlinks&id=11979336  }} </ref>
Incidence of CIN in the general population have been reported to be 0.6–2.3%.<ref name="pmid9169676">{{cite journal| author=Lasser EC, Lyon SG, Berry CC| title=Reports on contrast media reactions: analysis of data from reports to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. | journal=Radiology | year= 1997 | volume= 203 | issue= 3 | pages= 605-10 | pmid=9169676 | doi= | pmc= | url=http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/eutils/elink.fcgi?dbfrom=pubmed&tool=sumsearch.org/cite&retmode=ref&cmd=prlinks&id=9169676  }} </ref>  Considered to be the third most common cause of renal failure with overall mortality rate 19.4%, which is similar for all causes of renal insufficiency.<ref name="pmid11979336">{{cite journal| author=Nash K, Hafeez A, Hou S| title=Hospital-acquired renal insufficiency. | journal=Am J Kidney Dis | year= 2002 | volume= 39 | issue= 5 | pages= 930-6 | pmid=11979336 | doi=10.1053/ajkd.2002.32766 | pmc= | url=http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/eutils/elink.fcgi?dbfrom=pubmed&tool=sumsearch.org/cite&retmode=ref&cmd=prlinks&id=11979336  }} </ref>


==Risk Factors==
==Risk Factors==
Many factors have been associated with an increased risk of contrast-induced nephropathy.  ''Pre-existing [[renal insufficiency]]'', ''pre-existing [[diabetes]]'', ''age'', ''volume of CM'', and ''reduced intravascular volume'' are an example for these risk factor.<ref name="pmid9375704">{{cite journal | author=McCullough PA, Wolyn R, Rocher LL, Levin RN, O'Neill WW | title=Acute renal failure after coronary intervention: incidence, risk factors, and relationship to mortality | journal=Am J Med | year=1997 | pages=368-75 | volume=103 | issue=5  | id=PMID 9375704}}</ref><ref name="pmid10334456">{{cite journal | author=Scanlon PJ, Faxon DP, Audet AM, Carabello B, Dehmer GJ, Eagle KA, Legako RD, Leon DF, Murray JA, Nissen SE, Pepine CJ, Watson RM, Ritchie JL, Gibbons RJ, Cheitlin MD, Gardner TJ, Garson A Jr, Russell RO Jr, Ryan TJ, Smith SC Jr | title=ACC/AHA guidelines for coronary angiography. A report of the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association Task Force on practice guidelines (Committee on Coronary Angiography). Developed in collaboration with the Society for Cardiac Angiography and Interventions | journal=J Am Coll Cardiol | year=1999 | pages=1756-824 | volume=33 | issue=6  | id=PMID 10334456}}</ref>  The total risk rises as the number of risk factors increase, it has been recommended that every known risk factor should be analyzed, to properly evaluate a total cumulative risk of developing contrast-induced nephropathy.  A '''[[clinical prediction rule]]''' is available to estimate probability of nephropathy (increase ≥25% and/or ≥0.5 mg/dl in serum creatinine at 48 h)<ref name="pmid15464318">{{cite journal |author=Mehran R, Aymong ED, Nikolsky E, ''et al'' |title=A simple risk score for prediction of contrast-induced nephropathy after percutaneous coronary intervention: development and initial validation |journal=J. Am. Coll. Cardiol. |volume=44 |issue=7 |pages=1393–9 |year=2004 |pmid=15464318 |doi=10.1016/j.jacc.2004.06.068}}</ref>
Many factors have been associated with an increased risk of nephropathy in patients exposed to contrast media.  ''Pre-existing [[renal insufficiency]]'', ''pre-existing [[diabetes]]'', ''age'', ''volume of CM'', and ''reduced intravascular volume'' are examples for these risk factor.<ref name="pmid9375704">{{cite journal | author=McCullough PA, Wolyn R, Rocher LL, Levin RN, O'Neill WW | title=Acute renal failure after coronary intervention: incidence, risk factors, and relationship to mortality | journal=Am J Med | year=1997 | pages=368-75 | volume=103 | issue=5  | id=PMID 9375704}}</ref><ref name="pmid10334456">{{cite journal | author=Scanlon PJ, Faxon DP, Audet AM, Carabello B, Dehmer GJ, Eagle KA, Legako RD, Leon DF, Murray JA, Nissen SE, Pepine CJ, Watson RM, Ritchie JL, Gibbons RJ, Cheitlin MD, Gardner TJ, Garson A Jr, Russell RO Jr, Ryan TJ, Smith SC Jr | title=ACC/AHA guidelines for coronary angiography. A report of the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association Task Force on practice guidelines (Committee on Coronary Angiography). Developed in collaboration with the Society for Cardiac Angiography and Interventions | journal=J Am Coll Cardiol | year=1999 | pages=1756-824 | volume=33 | issue=6  | id=PMID 10334456}}</ref>  The total risk rises as the number of risk factors increase, it has been recommended that every known risk factor should be analyzed, to properly evaluate a total cumulative risk of developing contrast-induced nephropathy.  A '''[[clinical prediction rule]]''' is available to estimate probability of nephropathy (increase ≥25% and/or ≥0.5 mg/dl in serum creatinine at 48 h).<ref name="pmid15464318">{{cite journal |author=Mehran R, Aymong ED, Nikolsky E, ''et al'' |title=A simple risk score for prediction of contrast-induced nephropathy after percutaneous coronary intervention: development and initial validation |journal=J. Am. Coll. Cardiol. |volume=44 |issue=7 |pages=1393–9 |year=2004 |pmid=15464318 |doi=10.1016/j.jacc.2004.06.068}}</ref>


==Natural history, Complications and Prognosis==
==Natural history, Complications and Prognosis==
The reported incidence of CIN varies widely depending on the presence or absence of risk factors, CIN associated with a significantly higher risk of in-hospital and 1-year mortality, even in patients who do not need dialysis.
CIN is often characterized by a transient increase in serum creatinine that peaks at 3 to 6 days after exposure to radiocontrast. Rarely, CIN leads to ESRD in patients with baseline kidney disease. CIN is also associated with increased risk for adverse cardiovascular events and a higher all-cause mortality. Prognosis is especially poor in patients that require hemodialysis after CIN.


==History and Symptoms==
==History and Symptoms==
Creatinine increase is the characteristic finding in CIN, kidney injury occure with in minutes of exposure to contrast agents, however clinical manifestations such as [[oliguria]] or elevation of serum creatinine are generally observed within 24 to 48 hours after contrast exposure.
Creatinine increase is the characteristic finding in CIN, kidney injury occur with in minutes of exposure to contrast agents, however clinical manifestations such as [[oliguria]] or elevation of serum creatinine are generally observed within 24 to 48 hours after contrast exposure.


==Physical Examination==
==Physical Examination==
A physical examination is helpful to rule out other causes of acute nephropathy, such as cholesterol emboli (eg, blue toe, [[livedo reticularis]]), or drug-induced interstitial nephritis (eg, rash). Patients may have evidence of volume depletion or may be in decompensated [[CHF]].
Physical examination is helpful to differentiate other causes of acute nephropathy, examples for different presentations include rash in drug-induced interstitial nephritis, blue toe and [[livedo reticularis]] in case of embolism.
Some risk factors can be detected as evidence of volume depletion, and decompensated [[CHF]], and correcting these factors help improving the outcome.


==Laboratory Findings==
==Laboratory Findings==
Increase in the serum creatinine are generally observed within 24 to 48 hours after contrast exposure in most of patients, hyperkalemia, acidosis and hyperphosphatemia may be present.
Increase in the serum creatinine are generally observed within 24 to 48 hours after contrast exposure in most of patients, [[hyperkalemia]], [[acidosis]] and [[hyperphosphatemia]] may be present.


==Medical Therapy==
==Medical Therapy==
Management of CIN routinely includes the avoidance of substances that are toxic to the kidneys.  Dialysis is rarely required for [[AKI]] following contrast administration, but occasionally patients will require dialysis in the acute setting. The indications for dialysis are the same as in other forms of [[AKI]].
Management of CIN routinely includes the avoidance of substances that are toxic to the kidneys.  Dialysis is rarely required for [[AKI]] following contrast administration, but occasionally patients will require dialysis in the acute setting, the indications for dialysis are the same as in other forms of [[AKI]].


==Prevention==
==Prevention==
General measures should be followed to minimize the incidence CIN, include carefully considering whether the contrast examination is absolutely needed, especially in high-risk patients, using the minimal effective dose, and eliminating potentially nephrotoxic drugs at least 24 hr before the study. Encourage IV hydration and following protocols that allow clear liquids up to 2 hr before the procedure. Alternative diagnostic procedures should be considered in those at high-risk.
Many strategies have aimed at preventing CIN. Non-therapeutic measures include '''smaller doses of contrast''' and use of '''low-osmolar or iso-osmolar agents'''. Several therapeutic measures have also been investigated notably volume expansion, N-acetylcysteine (NAC) , theophylline, statins, and fenoldopam. Evidence regarding the efficacy and benefit of each of these medical therapies has been contradictory although some have shown more promise than others. Currently only 2 therapies are indicated as preventative measures for CIN. '''Volume expansion via isotonic crystalloid administration (normal saline or isotonic bicarbonate) is recommended with most studies suggesting initiation 1-2 hours before and maintenance for 3–6 hours after contrast exposure. NAC is also recommended at 600-1200 mg orally twice daily, one day before the procedure and on the day of the procedure'''.<ref name="doi10.1038/kisup.2011.34">{{cite journal|author=Kidney Disease Improving Global Outcomes Work Group| title=2012 KDIGO Clinical Practice Guideline for Acute Kidney Injury| journal=Kidey Int Supp |year= 2012 | volume= 2 |pages= 69-88 | doi=10.1038/kisup.2011.34 | pmc=|url=http://www.nature.com/kisup/journal/v2/n1/full/kisup201134a.html  }} </ref>
 


==References==
==References==

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Mohamed Moubarak, M.D. [2]

Overview

Contrast media (CM) are widely used in diagnostic and interventional procedures with rising incidence of iatrogenic renal function impairment caused by the exposure to contrast media, a condition known as contrast-induced nephropathy (CIN).

Definition

In 2012, a new definiton for contrast induced nephropathy was put forth by the KDIGO-AKI guidelines. CIN was to be considered a new form of acute kidney injury (AKI) caused by contrast media, and definition criteria for AKI would also apply for CIN now called contrast-induced acute kidney injury (CI-AKI).[1] However, the most commonly used definition in clinical trails is acute renal insufficiency marked by an increase in baseline serum creatinine of >25% or an absolute increase in serum creatinine of 0.5 mg/dL that occurs 48-72 hours following the exposure to CM.[2][3] The new definition shifted the 0.5 mg/dL cut-off to 0.3 mg/dL and the 25% increase in baseline to 1.5 times the original serum creatinine.

Historical Perspective

Most of data related to the contrast nephropathy come from animal models. Studies show evidence of acute tubular necrosis (ATN) but the mechanism by which ATN occurs is not well understood.

Pathophysiology

The pathophysiology of CIN is not clearly understood; however, several attempts have been made to explain the underlying mechanism. It is generally agreed that CIN is due to a combination of several influences brought on by contrast-media infusion rather than a single process. The most important mechanism thought to be involved in CIN is a reduction in renal perfusion and subsequent hypoxia. This has been attributed to several alterations in the renal microenvironment including activation of the tubuloglomerular feeback, local vasoactive metabolites including adenosine, prostaglandin, NO, and endothelin as well as increased interstitial pressure.[4] Although sometimes considered controversial, studies have also proposed injury to renal tubular cells as another contributor both via a direct cytotoxic effect and via reactive oxygen species production.[5]

Contrast induced nephropathy differential diagnosis

The differential diagnosis includes atheroembolic renal failure, acute renal failure, acute interstitial nephritis, and acute tubular necrosis.

Epidemiology and Demographics

Incidence of CIN in the general population have been reported to be 0.6–2.3%.[6] Considered to be the third most common cause of renal failure with overall mortality rate 19.4%, which is similar for all causes of renal insufficiency.[7]

Risk Factors

Many factors have been associated with an increased risk of nephropathy in patients exposed to contrast media. Pre-existing renal insufficiency, pre-existing diabetes, age, volume of CM, and reduced intravascular volume are examples for these risk factor.[8][9] The total risk rises as the number of risk factors increase, it has been recommended that every known risk factor should be analyzed, to properly evaluate a total cumulative risk of developing contrast-induced nephropathy. A clinical prediction rule is available to estimate probability of nephropathy (increase ≥25% and/or ≥0.5 mg/dl in serum creatinine at 48 h).[10]

Natural history, Complications and Prognosis

CIN is often characterized by a transient increase in serum creatinine that peaks at 3 to 6 days after exposure to radiocontrast. Rarely, CIN leads to ESRD in patients with baseline kidney disease. CIN is also associated with increased risk for adverse cardiovascular events and a higher all-cause mortality. Prognosis is especially poor in patients that require hemodialysis after CIN.

History and Symptoms

Creatinine increase is the characteristic finding in CIN, kidney injury occur with in minutes of exposure to contrast agents, however clinical manifestations such as oliguria or elevation of serum creatinine are generally observed within 24 to 48 hours after contrast exposure.

Physical Examination

Physical examination is helpful to differentiate other causes of acute nephropathy, examples for different presentations include rash in drug-induced interstitial nephritis, blue toe and livedo reticularis in case of embolism. Some risk factors can be detected as evidence of volume depletion, and decompensated CHF, and correcting these factors help improving the outcome.

Laboratory Findings

Increase in the serum creatinine are generally observed within 24 to 48 hours after contrast exposure in most of patients, hyperkalemia, acidosis and hyperphosphatemia may be present.

Medical Therapy

Management of CIN routinely includes the avoidance of substances that are toxic to the kidneys. Dialysis is rarely required for AKI following contrast administration, but occasionally patients will require dialysis in the acute setting, the indications for dialysis are the same as in other forms of AKI.

Prevention

Many strategies have aimed at preventing CIN. Non-therapeutic measures include smaller doses of contrast and use of low-osmolar or iso-osmolar agents. Several therapeutic measures have also been investigated notably volume expansion, N-acetylcysteine (NAC) , theophylline, statins, and fenoldopam. Evidence regarding the efficacy and benefit of each of these medical therapies has been contradictory although some have shown more promise than others. Currently only 2 therapies are indicated as preventative measures for CIN. Volume expansion via isotonic crystalloid administration (normal saline or isotonic bicarbonate) is recommended with most studies suggesting initiation 1-2 hours before and maintenance for 3–6 hours after contrast exposure. NAC is also recommended at 600-1200 mg orally twice daily, one day before the procedure and on the day of the procedure.[1]

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 Kidney Disease Improving Global Outcomes Work Group (2012). "2012 KDIGO Clinical Practice Guideline for Acute Kidney Injury". Kidey Int Supp. 2: 69–88. doi:10.1038/kisup.2011.34.
  2. Mehran R, Nikolsky E (2006). "Contrast-induced nephropathy: definition, epidemiology, and patients at risk". Kidney Int Suppl (100): S11–5. doi:10.1038/sj.ki.5000368. PMID 16612394.
  3. Barrett BJ, Parfrey PS (2006). "Clinical practice. Preventing nephropathy induced by contrast medium". N. Engl. J. Med. 354 (4): 379–86. doi:10.1056/NEJMcp050801. PMID 16436769.
  4. Wong PC, Li Z, Guo J, Zhang A (2012). "Pathophysiology of contrast-induced nephropathy". Int J Cardiol. 158 (2): 186–92. doi:10.1016/j.ijcard.2011.06.115. PMID 21784541.
  5. Persson PB, Hansell P, Liss P (2005). "Pathophysiology of contrast medium-induced nephropathy". Kidney Int. 68 (1): 14–22. doi:10.1111/j.1523-1755.2005.00377.x. PMID 15954892.
  6. Lasser EC, Lyon SG, Berry CC (1997). "Reports on contrast media reactions: analysis of data from reports to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration". Radiology. 203 (3): 605–10. PMID 9169676.
  7. Nash K, Hafeez A, Hou S (2002). "Hospital-acquired renal insufficiency". Am J Kidney Dis. 39 (5): 930–6. doi:10.1053/ajkd.2002.32766. PMID 11979336.
  8. McCullough PA, Wolyn R, Rocher LL, Levin RN, O'Neill WW (1997). "Acute renal failure after coronary intervention: incidence, risk factors, and relationship to mortality". Am J Med. 103 (5): 368–75. PMID 9375704.
  9. Scanlon PJ, Faxon DP, Audet AM, Carabello B, Dehmer GJ, Eagle KA, Legako RD, Leon DF, Murray JA, Nissen SE, Pepine CJ, Watson RM, Ritchie JL, Gibbons RJ, Cheitlin MD, Gardner TJ, Garson A Jr, Russell RO Jr, Ryan TJ, Smith SC Jr (1999). "ACC/AHA guidelines for coronary angiography. A report of the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association Task Force on practice guidelines (Committee on Coronary Angiography). Developed in collaboration with the Society for Cardiac Angiography and Interventions". J Am Coll Cardiol. 33 (6): 1756–824. PMID 10334456.
  10. Mehran R, Aymong ED, Nikolsky E; et al. (2004). "A simple risk score for prediction of contrast-induced nephropathy after percutaneous coronary intervention: development and initial validation". J. Am. Coll. Cardiol. 44 (7): 1393–9. doi:10.1016/j.jacc.2004.06.068. PMID 15464318.

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