About this Research Topic
The objective of this Research Topic is to illustrate novel predictive models/biomarkers or risk stratification on early identification of AKI, duration or prognosis.
This special issue will present original articles or reviews on AKI among patients in the intensive care unit. The Research Topic includes the following, but is not limited to:
1. Novel biomarkers in urine or blood that could perform early identification alone or combined with current biomarkers or clinical predictive models.
2. Biomarkers or clinical models as indicators for specific medical treatment.
3. Biomarkers or clinical models to predict AKI duration.
4. Predictive models for prognosis.
Keywords: acute kidney injury, AKI, epidemiology, diagnosis and prognosis, biomarkers, critical illness, cardiac surgery
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