Prevention of radiocontrast nephropathy

Article Abstract:

Radiocontrast nephropathy is a common cause of hospital acquired acute renal failure and has been associated with increased in-hospital mortality and length of stay. The effects of bicarbonate on urine pH might reduce oxygen free-radical formation, thereby reducing radiocontrast-induced injury.

Care and treatment, Cysteine, Kidney failure

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Perioperative beta-blocker therapy and mortality after major noncardiac surgery

Article Abstract:

The use of perioperative beta-blockers and their association with in-hospital mortality in routine clinical practice are assessed. An increase in the use of beta-blockers in high-risk patients helps in enhancing patient safety.

United Kingdom, Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical preparations, Beta Blockers, Usage, Risk factors, Adrenergic beta blockers, Adrenergic beta-antagonists

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Lipid-lowering therapy and in-hospital mortality following major noncardiac surgery

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The association between treatment of lipid-lowering medications and in-hospital mortality after a noncardiac surgery is discussed. The treatment with lipid-lowering agents will reduce risk of death.

Science & research, Research, Antilipemic agents

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