New tool may predict kidney injury after heart surgery
NCT ID NCT07370831
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a prediction tool that uses routine lab results to estimate a patient's risk of kidney injury after heart surgery. Researchers looked at data from 2,500 adults who had heart surgery to see how well the tool worked. The goal is to help doctors catch kidney problems early and take action to protect patients.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help doctors identify patients at risk for kidney injury after heart surgery earlier, allowing for quicker treatment and better recovery.
- What could go wrong
- This is a validation study, not a treatment trial. The prediction model may not be accurate for all patients or hospitals, and it does not directly prevent or cure kidney injury.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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HUCA
Oviedo, Principality of Asturias, 33011, Spain
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