Accuracy of Estimated Creatinine in Multistage Ultramarathon Runners
ConclusionsEstimated values of GFR and Cr by standard age-based values and MDRD equation were significantly inaccurate, which would overinflate the incidence of acute kidney injury. Future studies should devise a new model for estimation of baseline Cr that is validated in this population.
Source: Wilderness and Environmental Medicine - Category: Environmental Health Source Type: research
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