Core IM: Pearls on Contrast-Induced Nephropathy

Definition: 
 • no slam dunk criteria 
 • definition in research studies 
typically increase in serum 
creatinine 25-50% within 
48-72 hours after contrast 
exposure 

Pathogenesis:
 • no clear explanation 
 • best data from animal 
models suggests 
hypoxic/cytotoxic acute 
tubular necrosis 

Diagnosis:
 • look for signs of ATN (muddy 
brown casts) 
 • FENa (counterintuitive, 
but sensitivity —100%) 

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Dr. Gerald Diaz @GeraldMD · 6 years ago
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