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Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

Background:

  • Postpartum acute kidney injury (AKI) is a critical condition affecting maternal health.
  • Identifying risk factors for postpartum AKI is crucial for timely intervention and improved outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate and assess the primary risk factors associated with postpartum acute kidney injury (AKI).

Main Methods:

  • A prospective observational study was conducted at Mymensingh Medical College Hospital from March 2020 to April 2021.
  • 153 postpartum AKI patients were enrolled, with data collected on demographics, etiology, and presentation.
  • Statistical analysis utilized SPSS version 26.0, with a significance level of p<0.05.

Main Results:

  • Puerperal sepsis (77.8%) and toxemia of pregnancy (58.8%) were the most prevalent risk factors.
  • Postpartum hemorrhage (22.2%) and antepartum hemorrhage (15.0%) were also identified; intrauterine death was rare (1.3%).
  • A significant difference in postpartum hemorrhage prevalence (p=0.038) was observed between hemodialysis and non-hemodialysis patients.

Conclusions:

  • Puerperal sepsis is the leading risk factor for postpartum AKI, followed by toxemia of pregnancy.
  • Postpartum hemorrhage presents a significant risk, with notable differences in prevalence based on dialysis status.
  • Understanding these risk factors aids in developing targeted strategies for maternal healthcare.