Intravenous fluids for the prevention of contrast-induced nephropathy in patients undergoing coronary angiography and cardiac catheterization.

This article reviews the data supporting the current practice of prophylactic periprocedural intravenous isotonic saline for lowering the incidence of contrast-induced nephropathy. We reviewed PubMed to search primarily for the latest clinical trials and meta-analyses pertaining to contrast-induced nephropathy and the use of prophylactic measures, specifically intravenous infusion of isotonic salineExpert opinion: Currently, there are no universally-accepted methods for the prevention of contrast-induced nephropathy. The best evidence for contrast-induced nephropathy prophylaxis is the administration of intravenous isotonic saline IVIS. Our review article provides an overview of the current knowledge, latest research, and current practice on CIN prophylaxis using IVIS administration. PMID: 32003265 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Expert Review of Cardiovascular Therapy - Category: Cardiology Tags: Expert Rev Cardiovasc Ther Source Type: research