Sepsis is defined as organ dysfunction resulting from the host's deleterious response to
infection. One of the most common organs affected is the kidneys, resulting in sepsis …

Perioperative organ injury is among the leading causes of morbidity and mortality of surgical
patients. Among different types of perioperative organ injury, acute kidney injury occurs …

Various biomarkers of acute kidney injury (AKI) have been discovered and characterized in
the recent past. These molecules can be detected in urine or blood and signify structural …

In its early stages, symptoms of chronic kidney disease (CKD) are usually not apparent.
Significant reduction of the kidney function is the first obvious sign of disease. If diagnosed …

Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a widespread problem of epidemic status. Compelling evidence
indicates that the incidence of AKI is rapidly increasing, particularly among hospitalized …

Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a common complication of critical illnesses and has a significant
impact on outcomes, including mortality and morbidities. Unfortunately, apart from …

Purpose of the review Acute kidney injury (AKI) and chronic kidney disease (CKD) are
conditions that substantially increase morbidity and mortality. Although novel biomarkers are …

Acute kidney injury (formerly known as acute renal failure) is a syndrome characterised by
the rapid loss of the kidney's excretory function and is typically diagnosed by the …

Background Several biomarkers have been proposed to predict the occurrence of acute
kidney injury (AKI); however, their efficacy varies between different trials. The aim of this …

BACKGROUND: Neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin (NGAL) appears to be a
promising biomarker for the early diagnosis of acute kidney injury (AKI); however, a wide …