Genetic polymorphisms contribute to acute kidney injury after coronary artery bypass grafting
HEART SURGERY FORUM, vol.10, no.6, 2007 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)
- Publication Type: Article / Article
- Volume: 10 Issue: 6
- Publication Date: 2007
- Doi Number: 10.1532/hsf98.20071117
- Journal Name: HEART SURGERY FORUM
- Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
- Istanbul University Affiliated: Yes
Abstract
Background. Acute kidney injury is one of the most serious complications after cardiac surgery. Genetic polymorphisms are reported to be associated with postoperative renal impairment. The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between selected gene polymorphisms and acute kidney injury after cardiac surgery.