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Acute Kidney Injury in In Paediatrics

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Ways to Prevent Contrast-<strong>In</strong>duced<br />

Nephropathy<br />

• Adequate hydration is a well-established<br />

measure<br />

• Choice of fluid rema<strong>in</strong>s controversial:<br />

• Trials compar<strong>in</strong>g bicarbonate vs sal<strong>in</strong>e have yielded<br />

conflict<strong>in</strong>g results.<br />

• On currently available evidence, there is a strong<br />

suggestion that sodium bicarbonate may be superior<br />

to isotonic sal<strong>in</strong>e to decrease the risk of CIN.<br />

(P. Dennen et al, Crit Care Med 2010 Vol. 38, No. 1)

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