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Acute Kidney Injury

Meaning

Acute Kidney Injury, or AKI, is a clinical syndrome characterized by a sudden, rapid decline in renal excretory function, leading to the accumulation of nitrogenous waste products like urea and creatinine. This physiological disruption significantly impacts fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base balance, necessitating prompt clinical intervention. The condition represents a severe systemic stressor, often complicating hormonal and metabolic stability.