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Prevention of acute renal failure
1Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, USA.
The Veterinary Clinics of North America. Small Animal Practice
|November 1, 1996
Summary
Therapeutic agents and surgical hypotension can cause acute renal failure (ARF) in dogs. Identifying risk factors and implementing protective measures can help prevent hospital-acquired ARF.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Nephrology
Background:
- Nephrotoxic drugs (e.g., gentamicin, cisplatin) and hypotension during anesthesia/surgery can cause acute renal failure (ARF) in small animals.
- Hospital-acquired ARF is a recognized complication in veterinary practice, particularly in dogs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify clinical conditions that increase the risk of hospital-acquired ARF in dogs.
- To inform clinicians on risk assessment and protective strategies for preventing ARF.
Main Methods:
- Review of clinical conditions associated with increased ARF risk in dogs.
- Analysis of risk factors for hospital-acquired ARF.
Main Results:
- Several clinical factors predispose dogs to hospital-acquired ARF.
- Recognition of these factors is crucial for risk-benefit assessment.
Conclusions:
- Clinicians can mitigate ARF incidence by assessing risks associated with nephrotoxic agents and procedures.
- Proactive monitoring and protective measures are essential for high-risk patients to decrease hospital-acquired ARF.