Smart alerts aim to shield kidneys from drug harm in hospitals

NCT ID NCT06264752

First seen Sep 30, 2025 · Last updated Apr 28, 2026 · Updated 21 times

Summary

This study tested a computer system that alerts pharmacists when a hospitalized patient is at high risk for kidney injury caused by medications. The pharmacist then works with the patient's doctor to adjust care. The goal was to see if this approach reduces serious kidney complications. The study involved 698 adults in 8 hospitals.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • UPMC Altoona

    Altoona, Pennsylvania, 16601, United States

  • UPMC Horizon

    Farrell, Pennsylvania, 16121, United States

  • UPMC Jameson

    New Castle, Pennsylvania, 16105, United States

  • UPMC Magee

    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States

  • UPMC McKeesport

    McKeesport, Pennsylvania, 15132, United States

  • UPMC Presbyterian/Montefiore

    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States

  • UPMC Shadyside

    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15232, United States

  • UPMC Williamsport

    Williamsport, Pennsylvania, 17701, United States

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