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Acute kidney injury (AKI) denotes a rapid deterioration of kidney function within 1 week of an insult to the kidney. AKI results in the accumulation of nitrogenous metabolites, along with fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base imbalances. The traditional classification system subdivides AKI into prerenal, intrinsic renal, and postrenal categories. Although AKI has a dominant cause in some patients, multiple factors usually contribute to its development. The management of AKI is mostly supportive because no therapeutic options are currently available. Determining and managing the risk factors associated with AKI are essential steps to decrease the extent of the injury. |
