Publications by authors named "A N Muiru"
Article Synopsis
- Renal dysfunction is a significant health issue among people living with HIV in sub-Saharan Africa, influenced by various factors, including co-infections and certain medications like tenofovir.
- Point-of-care tests, such as the Stat-Sensor Creatinine test, offer an accessible and affordable solution for early renal dysfunction detection in resource-limited settings like Tanzania.
- This study will evaluate the accuracy and effectiveness of the Stat-Sensor test compared to standard serum tests over six months, aiming to improve diagnosis and patient care in HIV treatment clinics.
Background: Prior studies associating acute kidney injury (AKI) with more rapid subsequent loss of kidney function had methodological limitations, including inadequate control for differences between patients who had AKI and those who did not.
Objective: To determine whether AKI is independently associated with subsequent kidney function trajectory among patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD).
Design: Multicenter prospective cohort study.