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Acute heart failure (AHF) with renal dysfunction indicates a worse prognosis. Monitoring baseline, acute, and evolving renal function is crucial for managing patients with AHF and kidney issues.

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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Nephrology
  • Clinical Medicine

Background:

  • The interplay between acute heart failure (AHF) and renal dysfunction is intricate.
  • Previous research has explored the prognostic implications of this comorbidity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review the impact of various renal function parameters on AHF prognosis.
  • To include non-selected samples to provide a comprehensive overview.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of studies evaluating renal function variables in AHF.
  • Inclusion of diverse renal parameters: creatinine, BUN, BUN/creatinine ratio, CKD, eGFR, AKI criteria, NGAL, and cystatin c.

Main Results:

  • Both baseline and acute renal function alterations, whether transient or persistent, are associated with poorer AHF prognosis.
  • The prognostic value of multiple renal biomarkers in AHF was assessed.

Conclusions:

  • Renal dysfunction significantly impacts AHF prognosis.
  • Continuous monitoring of renal function (baseline, acute, and evolving) is essential for AHF patient management.