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Freely Filtered, a NephJC Podcast

Freely Filtered 036: AKIKI-2, How soon is now?

Jun 13, 2021
Jay L Koyner, a Professor of Medicine specializing in acute kidney injury (AKI) and dialysis, and Sarah Faubel, a Professor known for her contributions to medical education and renal health, join the discussion. They delve into the implications of the AKIKI-2 study on dialysis timing in AKI, emphasizing that late initiation may not worsen mortality outcomes. The conversation also touches on managing fluid volume in critically ill patients, innovative biomarkers for diagnosing AKI, and exciting developments in NAD therapy related to renal health.
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Quick takeaways

  • The Akiki studies challenge traditional beliefs in nephrology by questioning optimal timing for dialysis initiation in critically ill patients.
  • Individualized patient assessments are crucial in managing acute kidney injury, as its presentation varies significantly among patients with differing underlying conditions.

Deep dives

Importance of Clinical Trials in Nephrology

The episode discusses the significance of clinical trials in nephrology, particularly focusing on the Akiki and Akiki 2 studies. Akiki 1 revealed that late initiation of dialysis yielded equivalent mortality outcomes compared to early initiation, challenging the existing beliefs within nephrology. Akiki 2 takes this inquiry further by questioning whether even later initiation of dialysis could be equally effective. This study aims to continue exploring the boundaries of dialysis initiation in critically ill patients, emphasizing the need for rigorous investigation in the field.

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