Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2875497 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2012 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Incidence of AKI based on RIFLE criteria in patients undergoing congenital heart disease surgery is higher than previously reported. Risk factors include age 1 month or younger and use of cardiopulmonary bypass. Acute kidney injury is associated with longer lengths of stay.
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Authors
Scott I. MD, Howard S. MD, Andrew D. MD, Vincent A. MD, Tarif MD, Ann MD, James MD,