2021
DOI: 10.7759/cureus.13406
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Acute Renal Failure in a Patient With Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2

Abstract: Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is a highly infectious viral pathogen with high morbidity and mortality rate. The infection affects multiple organ systems leading to systemic organ failure. There is an increased incidence of acute kidney injury (AKI) in patients who become critically ill. In the critical care setting, the incidence of AKI has been variable amongst different studies. Patients with acute kidney injury who progress to renal replacement therapy are associated with wors… Show more

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“…It shrinks the kidneys significantly and cannot maintain basic functions. Different age, type of etiology and severity of patients with severe renal failure have a great impact on replacement therapy and hemodialysis treatment (Ayad et al, 2021). More consideration should be given to the available treatments in light of the unique circumstances faced by individuals with severe acute renal failure.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…It shrinks the kidneys significantly and cannot maintain basic functions. Different age, type of etiology and severity of patients with severe renal failure have a great impact on replacement therapy and hemodialysis treatment (Ayad et al, 2021). More consideration should be given to the available treatments in light of the unique circumstances faced by individuals with severe acute renal failure.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…(2) On January 30, the World Health Organization (WHO) classified the SARS-CoV-2 outbreak as a PHEIC (Public Health Emergency of International Concern). (3) Except for Antarctica, there have been about 6 million confirmed cases of COVID-19 infection to date. (4) The (SARS-CoV-2) infection, which likewise has substantial morbidity and fatality rates, affects numerous organ systems [1].…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%