Kidney Protection During Surgery on the Thoracoabdominal Aorta: A Systematic Review

Abstract

Objectives Post-operative acute kidney injury (AKI) is a common complication of surgery to repair the thoracoabdominal aorta, and is associated with increased risks of dialysis and early mortality. Perfusion techniques are routinely used during surgery to reduce renal injury. We conducted a systematic review of renal and mortality outcomes by perfusion technique, to evaluate their effectiveness in providing kidney protection.