This content is in French.
Kidneys under pressure?
25 mars 2025
#ColorectalCancer #AKI #Surgery #OperativeRisk
#RiskFactors
#PostoperativeCare
Postoperative acute kidney injury (AKI) is a common complication, particularly following major surgeries such as those performed in digestive oncology. It is associated with increased mortality, prolonged hospital stays, higher readmission rates, and delayed discharge. In the context of colorectal cancer—one of the most prevalent and deadliest cancers worldwide—AKI remains an underestimated issue.
Postoperative acute kidney injury (AKI) is a common complication, particularly following major surgeries such as those performed in digestive oncology. It is associated with increased mortality, prolonged hospital stays, higher readmission rates, and delayed discharge. In the context of colorectal cancer—one of the most prevalent and deadliest cancers worldwide—AKI remains an underestimated issue.
Sign in to read the rest
Reserved for healthcare professionals, free registration.
Scientific reference
Huang, L., et al. (2025). Risk factors for postoperative acute kidney injury in colorectal cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis. International journal of colorectal disease, 40(1), 70
View the source
