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Do Not Estimate, When You Can Measure.

Authors :
Zijlstra, G. Jan
van Tienhoven, Arne J.
van Meurs, Matijs
Source :
Critical Care Medicine. Sep2024, Vol. 52 Issue 9, pe485-e486. 2p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The article discusses the use of estimated glomerular filtration rate (GFR) in the treatment of critically ill patients. The authors argue that GFR estimations based on plasma levels are unreliable and suggest using 24-hour urine collections and creatinine plasma levels to measure GFR instead. They also mention that therapeutic drug monitoring is a more reliable method for dosing drugs based on renal function. The authors acknowledge the need for further research in developing equitable approaches to kidney function assessment in critical care practice. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00903493
Volume :
52
Issue :
9
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Critical Care Medicine
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
179268139
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1097/CCM.0000000000006325