Neutrophil Gelatinase-Associated Lipocalin (NGAL) in predicting acute kidney injury following orthotopic liver transplantation: A systematic review

NGAL is a good predictor of early AKI post OLT although there is considerable variation in the published results. Further studies with prospectively defined cut-off values, standardized definitions of AKI and rigorous data reporting should be conducted to establish its clinical usefulness and limitations.