A nomogram based on serum cystatin C for predicting acute kidney injury in patients with traumatic brain injury.

Ruo Ran WangMin HeXiying GuiKang Yan

Published in: Renal failure (2021)

Higher serum cystatin C is associated with development of AKI in TBI patients. Predictive nomogram incorporating cystatin C is beneficial for physicians to evaluate possibilities of AKI and consequently adjust treatment strategies to avoid occurrence of AKI.

Keyphrases

traumatic brain injury
acute kidney injury
end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
primary care
lymph node metastasis
chronic kidney disease
risk assessment
prognostic factors
severe traumatic brain injury
squamous cell carcinoma
patient reported outcomes