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Approach to AKI in Pregnancy
Presented from India by Dr. Shrikant Sahasrabudhe0
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Case Description
Acute kidney damage (AKI) in pregnancy is a major contributor to morbidity and mortality in both the mother and the fetus. Preeclampsia, hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, low platelet count (HELLP) syndrome, acute fatty liver disease of pregnancy, thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura, and hemolytic...
Case Summary
- Acute kidney injury (AKI) in pregnancy is a complex condition due to the need to manage two lives, requiring a deep understanding of both physiological and pathological processes specific to pregnancy. Challenges persist in the validation of AKI definitions, leading to potential problems in diagnosis and management. Early detection is crucial, with risk factors including older maternal age, comorbidities like diabetes and pre-eclampsia, and socioeconomic status affecting access to adequate healthcare facilities.
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Dr. Shrikant Sahasrabudhe
Head of the Department, Critical Care & Pulmonology, KIMS Manavata Hospital, NashikDr. Shrikant Sahasrabudhe, Head of the Department, Critical Care & Pulmonology, KIMS Manavata Hospital, Nashik
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