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Acute cardiorenal syndrome in acute heart failure: focus on renal replacement therapy.

Authors :
Schaubroeck HA
Gevaert S
Bagshaw SM
Kellum JA
Hoste EA
Source :
European heart journal. Acute cardiovascular care [Eur Heart J Acute Cardiovasc Care] 2020 Oct; Vol. 9 (7), pp. 802-811. Date of Electronic Publication: 2020 Jun 29.
Publication Year :
2020

Abstract

Almost half of hospitalised patients with acute heart failure develop acute cardiorenal syndrome. Treatment consists of optimisation of fluid status and haemodynamics, targeted therapy for the underlying cardiac disease, optimisation of heart failure treatment and preventive measures such as avoidance of nephrotoxic agents. Renal replacement therapy may be temporarily needed to support kidney function, mostly in case of diuretic resistant fluid overload or severe metabolic derangement. The best timing to initiate renal replacement therapy and the best modality in acute heart failure are still under debate. Several modalities are available such as intermittent and continuous renal replacement therapy as well as hybrid techniques, based on two main principles: haemofiltration and haemodialysis. Although continuous techniques have been associated with less haemodynamic instability and a greater chance of renal recovery, cohort data are conflicting and randomised controlled trials have not shown a difference in recovery or mortality. In the presence of diuretic resistance, isolated ultrafiltration with individualisation of ultrafiltration rates is a valid option for decongestion in acute heart failure patients. Practical tools to optimise the use of renal replacement therapy in acute heart failure-related acute cardiorenal syndrome were discussed.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
2048-8734
Volume :
9
Issue :
7
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
European heart journal. Acute cardiovascular care
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
32597679
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1177/2048872620936371