Publications by authors named "Umaima Wasim"
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- Contrast-induced acute kidney injury (CIAKI) is a serious complication seen in patients undergoing primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), defined by a specific increase in serum creatinine levels within 48-72 hours after exposure to contrast agents.
- The study analyzed 159 patients who underwent PCI between July and December 2022, finding that 9.4% developed CIAKI, with notable risk factors including male gender, diabetes, and hypertension.
- The majority of patients in the study presented with conditions such as STEMI, highlighting the need for careful monitoring and assessment of kidney function in these high-risk patients post-PCI.
Background: Several imaging-based scores have been developed to predict postoperative stone-free state (SFS) and complications. This study aimed to assess the accuracy of the S.T.
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