scholarly journals P0657CHANGES IN CREATININE MAY NO REFLECT MEASURED RENAL FUNCTION CHANGES IN PREDIALYSIS

2020 ◽  
Vol 35 (Supplement_3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Escamilla Cabrera Beatriz ◽  
Nuria Victoria Sánchez Dorta ◽  
Natalia Negrã­n Mena ◽  
Sergio Luis-Lima ◽  
Federico Gonzalez Rinne ◽  
...  

Abstract Background and Aims Serum creatinine is the most used biomarker of renal function in clinical practice. However, the correlation between creatinine and measured GFR is poor with a variability as wide as 200%. The causes of this phenomena are not clear. Some studies observed tubular handling (reabsorption and secretion) as well as intestinal secretion of creatinine, and depends of nutritional status . Importantly, these changes increased with the loss of renal function, masking changes in the evolution of real renal function. However, scarce evidence is available about the reliability of creatinine in reflecting the changes of renal function over the time in predialysis patients, compared to measured GFR. This information is relevant in the setting of clinical decisions. Method Spanish unicenter study developed at the Hospital Universitario de Canarias (Tenerife). In the pre-dialysis outpatient clinic, subjects are followed with measured GFR (clearance of iohexol by DBS). Measured GFR is performed at baseline and repeated as suggested by the clinical evolution. For this study we included all patients with repeated determinations of creatinine and measured GFR. The changes of creatinine in terms of increase (>10%), decrease (<10%) and stability (±10%) were compared with the changes in measured GFR. Results 89 cases with repeated measurement of GFR and creatinine were evaluated. In 61 cases (68.53%) discrepancies between changes in creatinine and measured GFR were evident. Graphic 1 shows differents discordancing cases with 39 cases (43.8%) overestimation, 7 (7.8%) of infraestimation and 15 cases (24.7%) not change of mGFR with changes on Cr. Conclusion Changes in creatinine do not reflect real changes in real renal function in about 70% of the cases. Whenever possible, the measurement of GFR by whichever method available should be considered in the renal care and follow-up of these patients.

2019 ◽  
Vol 48 (4) ◽  
pp. 030006051988810 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shang-Feng Tsai ◽  
Jun-Li Tsai ◽  
Cheng-Hsu Chen

Rhabdomyolysis is diagnosed based on the levels of blood biomarkers such as creatine kinase (CK), but the use of CK levels to predict long-term renal function remains controversial. This current report presents a case with a very high CK level with the presentation of acute kidney injury (AKI) who regained full renal function. A 29-year-old man, in a manic mood and presenting with dyspnoea, was admitted to hospital following an episode of ketamine use along with a history of drug abuse. The laboratory analyses identified rhabdomyolysis (CK, 35 266 U/l) and AKI (serum creatinine, 3.96 mg/dl). Despite treatment with intravenous normal saline (4000 ml/day), his CK level reached at least 300 000 U/l. He underwent 13 sessions of haemodialysis and his renal function fully recovered. The final measurements were serum creatinine 1.0 mg/dl and CK 212 U/l. These findings support the view that the predictive power of CK level on AKI is limited, especially regarding long-term renal function. Close follow-up examinations of renal function after haemodialysis are mandatory for patients with rhabdomyolysis.


Blood ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 122 (21) ◽  
pp. 1073-1073
Author(s):  
Elizabeth H Phillips ◽  
John Connolly ◽  
John-Paul Westwood ◽  
Siobhan McGuckin ◽  
Daniel P Gale ◽  
...  

Abstract Increasing understanding of abnormalities within the alternative complement pathway in atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome (aHUS) is changing the way the disease is both diagnosed and treated. It is rarely possible to definitively diagnose aHUS at the time of initial acute presentation and treatment, with plasma exchange, is initiated on clinical grounds. With the risk of further acute episodes and increasing availability of terminal complement inhibitors accurate molecular diagnosis is imperative. Aim to determine the clinical phenotype and nature of complement abnormalities within a cohort of aHUS patients referred to a large thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) referral centre. Patients and methods Data from 14 patients with a clinical diagnosis of aHUS was retrospectively analysed. 13 patients were referred with thrombotic microangiopathy not initially requiring renal replacement therapy (RRT). 1 patient presented to another institution requiring urgent RRT and was subsequently transferred to our care following recovery of renal function. All patients had ADAMTS13 levels above 30% and negative anti-ADAMTS13 antibody levels at presentation to exclude a diagnosis of TTP. 3 patients had diarrhoea at presentation; all were enterotoxin negative. Patients were subsequently assessed for mutations within complement factors H (CFH), I (CFI), B (CFB), C3 and membrane cofactor protein (MCP), at risk haplotypes and CFH antibodies. A control group of 14 acute acquired TTP patients with confirmed ADAMTS13 levels <5% were assessed for the same abnormalities within complement regulatory proteins. Results In the aHUS cohort, the median age of presentation was 25.5 years (11 months to 72 years). The median serum creatinine was 275 µmol/l (range 79-1812 µmol/l), platelet count 27 x109/l (10-115) and LDH was 2016 IU (342-4621). In the TTP group, presenting creatinine was 106 µmol/l (61-353) µmol/l, platelets 13 x109/l (5-74) and LDH 1954 IU (756-3518). aHUS precipitants at initial presentation or relapse included pregnancy (n=2), upper respiratory tract infection (n=6), vaccination (n=1), abdominal sepsis (n=4). In 3 cases, there was no identified trigger. Headache was a common presenting symptom; only one hypertensive patient (72 years) had a transient ischemic attack; no other neurological events were documented in the aHUS group. In 57% (8/14 patients) variants of the alternative complement pathway were identified; 5 with MCP mutations, encoding p.R59X, p.C157Y (present in 2 brothers), p.C64F and c.286+2T>C/c.286+2T>G (both present in the same patient); 2 with CFH mutations, encoding c.3134-5T>C and p.R1215X; and 1 with a CFB mutation (p.D371G). All of the mutations identified, except CFH c.3134-5T>C, are of clear functional significance. 2 of the patients with MCP mutations had a normal serum creatinine at presentation. C3/4 levels were low in 3/8 patients. In the control group of TTP patients with ADAMTS13 <5% no complement mutations were identified. 13/14 aHUS patients were treated initially with plasma exchange; 1 received eculizumab subsequently. 3 patients required temporary RRT and 1 died within 24 hours of presentation with progressive cardiorespiratory failure. At follow-up, all patients had platelet counts >150 x109/l and 12/13 had normal serum creatinine levels; one patient had a creatinine of 122 µmol/l. 5/13 patients had recurrent episodes, 4 of whom had confirmed complement pathway abnormalities (3 MCP mutated, 1 CFB mutated). None required long-term RRT or progressed to end-stage renal failure (ESRD) at a median follow-up of 2 years (range 0.25-28 years). Conclusions This aHUS cohort, without ESRD, demonstrates the difficulty in clinically differentiating TTP from complement mediated TMAs. We demonstrate that diagnostic differentiation based on platelet count, renal function and serum C3/C4 levels is insufficient to predict an underlying complement mutation. This distinction is increasingly important with the proven efficacy of complement inhibitor therapy in targeting complement activation in aHUS. Specifically, we demonstrate a very high frequency of functionally significant MCP mutations which mimic relapsing/remitting TTP. An ADAMTS13 activity >5% in a patient with a TMA should necessitate genetic screening for complement gene mutations prior to consideration of complement inhibitor therapy. Disclosures: No relevant conflicts of interest to declare.


Blood ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 122 (21) ◽  
pp. 5302-5302 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tait D Shanafelt ◽  
Kari G. Rabe ◽  
Curtis A Hanson ◽  
Timothy G. Call ◽  
Susan Schwager ◽  
...  

Abstract Background Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) can effect renal function in a variety of ways including direct infiltration of the kidney, ureteral obstruction by lymphadenopathy, and treatment related tumor lysis syndrome (uric acid nephropathy). Rarely, CLL has also been reported to be associated with light chain nephropathy, renal amyloidosis, membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis (MPGN), granulomatous interstitial nephritis (GIN), and minimal change disease (MCD). Nearly all the data on the effects of CLL on renal function is at the case report level. We systematically evaluated the prevalence of renal insufficiency at diagnosis as well the incidence of acquired renal insufficiency during follow-up in a large cohort of patients with newly diagnosed CLL to more accurately define the effects of CLL on the kidney and its impact on clinical outcomes. Methods Between January 1995 -February 2013, previously untreated CLL patients seen in the Division of Hematology at Mayo Clinic at diagnosis (<12 months) and who had baseline assessment of serum creatinine were included in this analysis. Patients with serum creatinine (Cr) ≥1.5 mg/dL at baseline were classified as having renal insufficiency at diagnosis. Patients who initially had baseline creatinine <1.5 mg/dL but who developed a Cr≥1.5 mg/dL during the course of their disease were considered to have acquired renal insufficiency. Results Existing renal insufficiency at the time of CLL diagnosis: Of 2047 patients who met the eligibility criteria, 153 (7.5%) patients had renal insufficiency (Cr≥1.5 mg/dL) at the time of CLL diagnosis including 15 (0.7%) with a Cr≥3 mg/dL. Renal insufficiency was also more common among men (9.3% vs. 3.9%; p<0.00001), those with advanced stage disease (Rai 0=7.0%; Rai I-II=6.4%, Rai III-IV=20.2%; p<0.0001), and CD49d positive patients (6.8% vs. 3.8%; p<0.038). Patients with renal insufficiency at diagnosis were also older (median age 72.2 vs. 63.9; p<0.0001). No difference in the prevalence of renal insufficiency at diagnosis was observed based on cytogenetic abnormalities detected by FISH or CD38, ZAP-70 or IGHV gene mutation status. Although renal insufficiency at diagnosis was strongly associated with OS on univariate analysis (p<0.001), no association was observed between renal insufficiency and TTT or OS on multi-variate analysis adjusting for age, sex, and Rai stage. Acquired renal insufficiency during CLL disease course: Among the 1894 patients with normal renal function at diagnosis, 304 (16.1%) acquired renal insufficiency (Cr≥1.5 mg/dL) during the course of their CLL disease course including 43 (2.3%) with peak Cr≥3 mg/dL. In addition to age (older) and male sex, a number of CLL disease characteristics were associated with a higher likelihood of acquired renal insufficiency including: IGHV UM (OR=2.0; p=0.0001), unfavorable FISH (del17p- or 11q-; OR=2.0; p=0.001), and being CD49d+ (OR=1.8; p=0.002), ZAP-70+ (OR=1.6; p=0.004), or CD38+ (OR=1.4; p=0.0.032),. Shorter TTT (p<0.001) and OS (P<0.001) was observed among patients with initially normal creatinine who acquired renal insufficiency (Figure 1A and 1B). On MV analysis adjusting for age, sex, and stage at diagnosis, acquired renal insufficiency remained an independent predictor of TTT (OR=1.77; p=0.001) and OS (OR=2.67; p<0.001). Renal insufficiency and therapy selection After median follow-up of 4.5 years (range 0-18.0), 620 of 2047 (30.3%) patients have progressed to require treatment. Patients with renal insufficiency prior to treatment were less likely to receive purine nucleoside analogue based therapy and more likely to receive single agent alkylator based treatment. Conclusions Approximately 1 in every 13 patients (7.5%) with CLL has renal insufficiency at the time of diagnosis and an additional 16.1% acquire renal insufficiency during the course of the disease. The risk of developing renal insufficiency is associated with a variety of CLL B-cell characteristics and is associated with TTT and OS. Data on causes of acquired renal insufficiency is being abstracted and will be presented at the meeting. Disclosures: Shanafelt: Genentech: Research Funding; Glaxo-Smith-Kline: Research Funding; Cephalon: Research Funding; Hospira: Research Funding; Celgene: Research Funding; Polyphenon E International: Research Funding. Off Label Use: MK2206 in a phase 1 trial of CLL.


2007 ◽  
Vol 25 (18_suppl) ◽  
pp. 2521-2521 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. G. Poole ◽  
M. J. Dooley ◽  
D. Rischin

2521 Background: The dose of carboplatin is usually calculated using the Calvert formula, with various bedside estimates utilized rather than directly measured GFR. The 4-v MDRD equation (Levey AS, et al. Ann Intern Med 2006; 145: 247–254) is now advocated as the routine method of estimating renal function from serum creatinine in all patients. Adoption in clinical practice is occurring despite lack of validation in oncology patients. The aim of this study was to compare carboplatin doses derived from the Calvert formula using measured GFR and the estimates of the 4-v MDRD equation and other established estimates. Methods: GFR was determined using technetium-99m diethyl triamine penta-acetic acid (Tc99mDTPA) clearance. Serum creatinine (Jaffe method) was measured and GFR estimates calculated using 4-v MDRD, Cockcroft and Gault formula (CGF), Wright, Martin, and Jelliffe (JF) formulae. Carboplatin doses were calculated using the Calvert formula, targeting an area under the curve of 7mg.ml- 1.min-1. Results: GFR was measured in 510 adult oncology patients (323 male, 187 female, mean age 63 years, range 17–87 years, mean GFR 84 mL/min, range 16–205 mL/min). The mean (range) carboplatin dose was 765 mg (287–1,610 mg), 681 mg (237–1,306 mg), 674 mg (249–2,044 mg), 721 mg (261–1,536mg), 741 mg (261–2,128mg), 620 mg (244- 1,329 mg) for measured GFR, 4-v MDRD, CGF, Wright, Martin, and JF formulas respectively. The accuracy (% within 20% of ‘true’ dose) was 58%, 63%, 73%, 72% and 49% for 4-v MDRD, CGF, Wright, Martin, and JF formulas respectively. Carboplatin doses derived using the 4-v MDRD estimate of GFR become increasingly less accurate with increasing GFR (see table ). All other formulas performed similarly. Conclusions: The 4-v MDRD equation resulted in an imprecise estimation of carboplatin doses with the degree of variability dependant on the level of renal function. [Table: see text] No significant financial relationships to disclose.


Author(s):  
Yanjie Hao ◽  
Shereen Oon ◽  
Lanlan Ji ◽  
Dai Gao ◽  
Yong Fan ◽  
...  

Abstract Objective To investigate the frequency and determinants of achieving the lupus low disease activity state (LLDAS), and the effect of LLDAS attainment on disease flare and damage accrual in a prospective, single-center cohort of Chinese lupus patients. Methods Baseline and follow-up data from consecutive patients at the Peking University First Hospital were collected from January 2017 to June 2020. Results A total of 185 patients were enrolled, with median (range) disease duration at enrolment of 2.3 (0.8–7.7) years, and median follow-up of 2.2 (1.0–2.9) years. By the end of the study, 139 (75.1%) patients had achieved LLDAS at least once; 82 (44.3%) patients achieved LLDAS for ≥ 50% of observations. Multivariable logistic regression analysis showed that 24-h urinary total protein (UTP; per g) (OR = 0.447, 95%CI [0.207–0.968], p = 0.041), serum creatinine (Scr; per 10 µmol/L) (OR = 0.72, 95%CI [0.52–0.99], p = 0.040), and C3 level (per 100 mg/L) (OR = 1.60, 95%CI [1.18–2.17], p = 0.003) at recruitment had independent negative associations with achieving LLDAS for ≥ 50% of observations. Kaplan–Meier analyses showed a significant reduction in flare rate with increased proportion of time in LLDAS. Attainment of LLDAS in at least 50% of observations was an independent protective factor for damage accrual (OR = 0.19, 95%CI [0.04–0.99], p = 0.049). Conclusions In this prospective Chinese cohort, LLDAS was an attainable goal in clinical practice. Nephritis-related markers (UTP and Scr) and C3 level at recruitment negatively influenced achievement of LLDAS. LLDAS achievement was significantly protective from flare and damage accrual. Key points • Low disease activity status (LLDAS) is an achievable target during SLE treatment in China. Urine protein, serum creatinine, and C3 level at recruitment independently affect LLDAS achievement in this group of Chinese lupus patients. • As a treatment target, LLDAS achievement has a highly protective effect for preventing flare and damage accrual, especially in case of achieving LLDAS for ≥ 50% of observations. • The present results further highlight the practical significance of treat-to-target principle in SLE management (T2T/SLE) and the needs for promoting the application of T2T/SLE in clinical practice as well as exploring the concrete implement strategy.


2019 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
pp. 18-23
Author(s):  
Md Jamal E Rabby ◽  
Md Masud Zaman ◽  
Mohammad Ali ◽  
Md Kabirul Hassan ◽  
Md Shohidul Lslam ◽  
...  

Background: Urolithiasis may be associated with various degree of renal impairment secondaryto a combination of obstruction, urinary infection, long standing calculus, stone burden,frequent surgical intervention, and co-existing medical diseases. Objective: The purpose of the study is to predict the factors those have a significant impact foroutcome of the patients with renal impairment following treatment of urolithiasis. Methods: Fifty patients of urolithiasis with renal impairment were enrolled in this prospectivestudy, carried out between 1st July, 2008 and 30th June, 2009, at department of Surgery,Shaheed Ziaur Rahman Medical College Hospital, Bogra. Patients with renal impairment wasdefined as a baseline serum creatinine of >1.2mg/dl and/or on the basis of DTPA isotoperenogram findings (mild, moderate or severe impairment). Definite management was carriedout by means of open surgery, ESWL or in combinations available at study place. Follow-up after3 months, the postoperative renal functional outcome was defined as improved (>20% fall inserum creatinine), stabilized (<20% rise or <20% fall in serum creatinine), or deteriorated(>20% rise in serum creatinine). Renal function was also assessed by the impression madefrom the graph of DTPA isotope renogram (normal functioning or mild, moderate and severeimpairment). Predictive factors to be evaluated for the stone clearance and renal functionaloutcome were age of the patients, duration of symptomatology and urolithiasis, associateddiseases (hypertension and diabetes mellitus), stone burden, stone number and associatedurinary infection. Results: After 3 months of follow-up, the overall stone clearance rate was 76%. Out of 50patients, 27 patients (54%) showed improvement, 19 patients (38%) showed stabilization, and04 patients (08%) showed deterioration in their renal function. Age <40 years, duration ofsymptoms <6 months, stone burden <5 cm2 and single urinary stone were significant predictorsof subsequent good renal functional outcome. Conclusion: The renal recoverability rate after treatment of urinary stone disease could bepredicted by age, duration of symptoms, stone burden and stone number Journal of Surgical Sciences (2016) Vol. 20 (1) : 18-23


2015 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 71-77
Author(s):  
MM Masud Pervez ◽  
Kaniz Hasina ◽  
Md Ashraf Ul Huq

Introduction: Posterior urethral valve (PUV) is the most frequent cause of urethral obstruction in male child. These lesions usually result in lifelong disabilities with incontinence and decreased renal function despite optimal medical management. Primary fulguration without upper tract diversion is the preferred modality of treatment in most cases of PUV. Regular follow-up is needed to check completion of valve fulguration, renal function, status of hydronephrosis, vesicoureteric reflux (VUR), urinary tract infection (UTI), and bladder function.Materials and methods: We conducted interventional study among 30 purposively selected patients of PUV in the Department of Pediatric surgery, Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH), Dhaka, over a period of 20 months from December 2009 to July 2011. Age of study subjects varied from 2 days to 14 years. Among the 30 patients, 16 were children in the age group between 1year to14 years (53.3%), 11(36.7%) were infants and the rest 03(10%) were neonates. Most of the patients presented with weak urinary stream, dribbling of urine, straining at micturition, UTI and palpable bladder. All children were subjected to ultrasonography (USG), blood urea, serum creatinine, routine urine examination and culture studies. Structured questionnaire was used to collect information regarding improvement or disappearance of VUR and renal functional status before & after primary fulguration of PUV.Results: Average serum creatinine level was found gradually decreased in subsequent follow up in comparison with the previous one. This difference of creatinine level was found statistically significant in t-test (p<0.01). Average blood urea nitrogen (BUN) was also decreased which was found statistically significant (p<0.05). VUR was present in 63.3% cases. Non- VUR was found in 60% cases on right side and 50% cases on left side. On the third follow-up after 3 months it became 73.3% on right side and 63.3% on left side. Positive correlation found in Pearson correlation test about the changes of reflux grades before and after fulguration was significant at the level of 0.01(p<0.001). It was significant on both left and right kidneys. Positive correlation found in Pearson correlation test about the changes of GFR before and after fulguration was also significant at the level of 0.01(p <0.001). Collected data was cleaned, edited and analyzed with the help of software SPSS window version 15.0.Conclusion: In this study, VUR disappeared in some cases and decreased in majority of the cases by 3 months after adequate restoration of urethral patency. Renal function came to normal range in two thirds of the cases.J. Paediatr. Surg. Bangladesh 3(2): 71-77, 2012 (July)


2018 ◽  
Vol 40 (4) ◽  
pp. 339-343
Author(s):  
Ylbe Palacios de Franco ◽  
Karina Velazquez ◽  
Natalia Segovia ◽  
Gladys Sandoval ◽  
Estefania Gauto ◽  
...  

ABSTRACT Introduction: preeclampsia can be associated with future renal disease. Objectives: To measure changes in renal function overtime in patients with preeclampsia. Methods: urine and serum samples from eleven patients with preeclampsia and eight patients with a normal pregnancy were obtained during pregnancy, postpartum, and 3 years after delivery. Urine podocalyxin, protein, and serum creatinine were measured. Results: after 3 years, there were no significant differences in urinary podocalyxin in patients with or without preeclampsia: 4.34 ng/mg [2.69, 8.99] vs. 7.66 ng/mg [2.35, 13], p = 0.77. The same applied to urinary protein excretion: 81.5 mg/g [60.6, 105.5] vs. 43.2 mg/g [20.9, 139.3] p = 0.23. Serum creatinine was 0.86 mg/dL [0.7, 0.9] vs. 0.8 mg/dL [0.68, 1] p = 0.74 in those with and without preeclampsia. In normal patients, urinary podocalyxin decreased from 54.4 ng/mg [34.2, 76.9] during pregnancy to 7.66 ng/mg [2.35, 13] three years after pregnancy, p = 0.01. Proteinuria decreased from 123.5 mg/g [65.9, 194.8] to 43.2 mg/g [20.9, 139.3], p = 0.12. In preeclampsia patients, urinary podocalyxin decreased from 97.5 ng/mg [64.9, 318.4] during pregnancy to 37.1 ng/mg within one week post-partum [21.3, 100.4] p = 0.05 and 4.34 ng/mg [2.69, 8.99] three years after, p = 0.003. Proteinuria was 757.2 mg/g [268.4, 5031.7] during pregnancy vs. 757.2 mg/g [288.2, 2917] postpartum, p = 0.09 vs. 81.5 mg/g [60.6, 105.5] three years later, p = 0.01. Two patients still had proteinuria after 3 years. Conclusions: in preeclampsia patients, postpartum urinary podocalyxin decreased before proteinuria. After three years, serum creatinine, urinary podocalyxin, and protein tended to normalize, although some patients still had proteinuria.


2020 ◽  
Vol 35 (Supplement_3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Agnieszka Gala-Błądzińska ◽  
Tomasz Kubrak ◽  
Joanna Czech ◽  
Krzysztof Gargasz ◽  
Danuta Mazur ◽  
...  

Abstract Background and Aims Chronic cardiorenal sydrome type 2 (CRS-T2) has a complex pathophysiology. Treatment and evaluation of the clinical effects of CRS-T2 therapy is difficult in clinical practice. The study’s aim was to non-invasively assess renal function using biomarkers associated with nephron injury sites in patients with CRS-T2 following cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT). Method The study included patients with CRS-T2 and heart failure in NYHA classes II-IV, in whom CRT devices had been implanted. Before cardiac resynchronization therapy and after 3 months, patients’ renal function was assessed using biomarkers measured in single urine and blood samples. Test results were correlated with cardiovascular fitness assessments. Results CRT was implanted in 56 (n = 17; 30.4% ♀) patients with a mean age of 66 ± 10 years with CRS-T2 in the course of coronary artery disease (n = 38) or dilated cardiomyopathy (n = 18) with eGFRCKD-EPI = 68.55 ± 20.34 ml / min / 1.73m2. The three-month follow-up was continued in 33 (61.11%) patients. Three months after implantation CRT, the responders group cardiovascular endurance improved by at least on NYHA class; showed a significant decrease in NT-pro BNP (n = 24; 72.72%; p = 0.004), a significant (p &lt; 0.05) decrease in serum prostaglandin D2 synthase (sPGD2S) and albuminuria (uACR) concentrations (Figure 1 a), and increases in hematocrit (HCT), erythrocyte count (RBC) and hemoglobin (Hb). The urine samples of the non-responders group following CRT, showed significant (p &lt;0.05) increases in lipocalin concentrations associated with neutrophil gelatinase (uNGAL), and a decrease in cystatin C (uCysC) concentrations (Figure 1 b). There were no significant changes in the concentration of serum creatinine (sCr), eGFRCKD-EPI, serum cystatin C or uromodulin in urine and serum; and urinary kidney injury molecule-1 (uKIM-1) was found in the urine of both responding and nonresponding groups (p&gt; 0.05). Conclusion The sCR and eGFR CKD-EPI assessment should not be used to assess renal function in patients with type 2 chronic cardiac renal syndrome who have undergone CRT implantation. Renal function biomarkers that account for the pathophysiology of nephron injury and correlated with myocardial function: sPGD2S, uACR, uCysC, uNGAL. Also, increased HCT, RBC, and Hb are characteristic in responders.


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