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Volume 15, Number 1, pages 25 - 32
Review of contrast-induced nephropathy and current use of N-acetylcysteine (NAC)
2.0 CE Hrs for Quiz
By Maria Anwar, BScPharm and Séadna Ledger, BScPharm
Abstract
After reading the article, the reader will be able to:
- Describe the pathogenesis of contrast-induced nephropathy (CIN)
- Discuss the evidence for the use of N-acetylcysteine (NAC) in the prevention of CIN
- Recognize the risk factors for contrast-induced nephropathy.
Author Affiliation(s): Maria Anwar, BScPharm, is a Pharmacy Resident, London Health Sciences Centre, London, Ontario. Séadna Ledger, BScPharm, is a Renal Pharmacist.