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    • Renal Physiology

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    • Acute kidney injury (AKI) research has historically focused on definition, early biomarkers, and acute mortality.
    • Recent focus shifts to AKI's association with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and end-stage renal disease (ESRD).
    • Understanding renal recovery post-AKI in critically ill patients is crucial for long-term outcomes.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review current knowledge on renal recovery after AKI.
    • To explore the impact of renal replacement therapy (RRT) timing and modality on recovery.
    • To identify biomarker and mechanistic targets for future clinical trials.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of recent studies on AKI and renal recovery.
    • Analysis of factors influencing kidney recovery post-AKI.
    • Synthesis of data on biomarkers and therapeutic targets.

    Main Results:

    • AKI is linked to increased long-term mortality and progression to CKD/ESRD.
    • RRT initiation timing and modality may influence renal recovery.
    • Novel biomarkers and mechanistic targets are emerging for AKI management.

    Conclusions:

    • Further research is needed to optimize renal recovery after AKI.
    • Understanding recovery mechanisms is key to preventing CKD progression.
    • Biomarker-guided strategies and targeted therapies hold promise for AKI patients.