Related Experiment Video

Updated: Feb 20, 2026

Cutoff Value of Phase Angle by Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis at Admission as a Prognostic Factor in Patients with Acute Heart Failure
05:16

Cutoff Value of Phase Angle by Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis at Admission as a Prognostic Factor in Patients with Acute Heart Failure

Published on: June 10, 2025

673

Predictive Value of Uric Acid/Albumin Ratio for Postoperative Atrial Fibrillation Following Isolated Coronary Artery

Ilhan Koyuncu1, Saadet Aydın, Ecem Gurses1

  • 1University of Bakircay Medical School Cardiology Department Izmir Izmir Turkey Cardiology Department, University of Bakircay Medical School, Izmir, Izmir, Turkey.

Brazilian Journal of Cardiovascular Surgery
|February 18, 2026
PubMed

Insights

The uric acid/albumin ratio (UAR) predicts postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) after coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). Higher UAR indicates an increased risk of developing POAF, aiding in patient risk stratification.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Biochemistry
  • Medical Diagnostics

Background:

  • Postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) is a common complication after cardiac surgery, increasing patient morbidity and mortality.
  • Identifying reliable predictors for POAF is crucial for improving patient outcomes following coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the predictive value of the uric acid/albumin ratio (UAR) for the occurrence of POAF in patients undergoing isolated CABG.
  • To determine if UAR serves as an independent risk factor for POAF.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective analysis of 396 patients who underwent isolated CABG between June 2017 and January 2024.
  • Uric acid/albumin ratio (UAR) was calculated using serum uric acid and albumin levels.
  • Statistical analyses, including univariate, multivariate regression, and ROC analysis, were performed to assess risk factors and predictive performance.

Main Results:

  • Patients who developed POAF (n=75) were older than those who did not (n=321).
  • Independent risk factors for POAF included age, C-reactive protein, hypertension, serum uric acid, and UAR.
  • UAR demonstrated superior predictive performance (AUC: 0.775) compared to uric acid (AUC: 0.649) and albumin (AUC: 0.606) for POAF.

Conclusions:

  • The uric acid/albumin ratio (UAR) is an independent risk factor for postoperative atrial fibrillation following isolated CABG.
  • UAR shows significant potential as a predictive biomarker for POAF in this patient population.
Abstract

Keywords:
Coronary Artery Bypass GraftsPostoperative Atrial FibrillationUric Acid Albumin Ratio.

More Related Videos

Noninvasive Determination of Vortex Formation Time Using Transesophageal Echocardiography During Cardiac Surgery04:48

Noninvasive Determination of Vortex Formation Time Using Transesophageal Echocardiography During Cardiac Surgery

Published on: November 28, 2018

8.4K
Estimating Bilateral Atrial Function by Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Feature Tracking in Patients with Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation08:10

Estimating Bilateral Atrial Function by Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Feature Tracking in Patients with Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation

Published on: July 20, 2022

2.2K

Related Concept Videos

Acute Kidney Injury IV: Diagnostic Studies and Prevention01:30

Acute Kidney Injury IV: Diagnostic Studies and Prevention

Accurate diagnosis and effective prevention are critical in managing Acute Kidney Injury (AKI), which is linked to high mortality rates ranging from 10% to 80%. Timely recognition of at-risk patients and careful monitoring can significantly reduce the likelihood of kidney damage.Diagnostic Assessments:The diagnostic process starts with a comprehensive medical history to identify prerenal, intrarenal, and postrenal causes.Prerenal causes, such as dehydration, hypotension, or blood loss, should...
359
Acute Coronary Syndrome III: Diagnostic Studies01:30

Acute Coronary Syndrome III: Diagnostic Studies

Diagnosing acute coronary syndrome or ACS begins with a thorough patient history. Notable symptoms include central, crushing chest pain radiating to the left arm, neck, jaw, or back, along with shortness of breath, sweating (diaphoresis), nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and palpitations.It is crucial to note any history of cardiac illnesses and assess risk factors, including age, gender, smoking, hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, and a sedentary lifestyle.During physical examination, vital...
309
Peripheral Artery Disease V: Postoperative Nursing Management01:23

Peripheral Artery Disease V: Postoperative Nursing Management

During the postoperative period, it is crucial to focus on maintaining circulation, identifying and managing potential complications, and planning for discharge.Nursing AssessmentVital signs monitoring: Regularly monitor vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature, to detect early signs of complications such as bleeding and infection.Circulation assessment: Monitor pulses, perform Doppler assessments, and check capillary refill, color, temperature, and...
431