Differences in Kidney Function Estimates Based on Creatinine and/or Cystatin C in Non-Traumatic Amputation Patients and Their Impact on Drug Prescribing

Differences in Kidney Function Estimates Based on Creatinine and/or Cystatin C in Non-Traumatic Amputation Patients and Their Impact on Drug Prescribing

Accurate kidney function estimates are necessary when prescribing renally-eliminated medications. Our objectives were to investigate how amputation affects estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) and to determine if dosing recommendations differ among different eGFR equations. In a cohort study...

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Main Authors: Mia Aakjær, Morten B. Houlind, Charlotte Treldal, Mikkel Z. Ankarfeldt, Pia S. Jensen, Ove Andersen, Esben Iversen, Lona L. Christrup, Janne Petersen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-01-01
Series:Journal of Clinical Medicine
Subjects:
Creatinine
cystatin C
glomerular filtration rate
renal insufficiency
amputation
drug therapy
drug dose adjustment
drug dosing
inappropriate prescribing
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/8/1/89

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