The risk factors of colistin methanesulfonate associated nephrotoxicity.

Purpose: The risk factors of colistin methanesulfonate (CMS) associated nephrotoxicity are important. Our study attempts look into the prevalence of CMS-associated nephrotoxicity in Intensive Care Units (ICUs), and related risk factors.

Materials And Methods: The study was conducted between September 2010 and April 2012 on 55 patients who underwent CMS treatment.