Pseudohypercreatininemia after surgery for aortic dissection: a case report.

Background: Elevated creatinine concentrations often indicate acute renal injury and renal biopsies are considered in this situation. However,pseudohypercreatininemia is potential cause of elevated creatinine concentrations, and invasive interventions should be avoided.

Case Presentation: A 54-year-old woman underwent surgery for descending aortic dissection.