Evaluation of Factors Associated with Hypermetabolism and Hypometabolism in Critically Ill AKI Patients

Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a frequent and serious condition with high mortality. The presence of hypermetabolism may be a factor related to poorer prognosis. This study evaluated the resting energy expenditure (REE) of intensive care unit (ICU) patients with severe AKI using indirect calorimetry (...

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Main Authors: Cassiana R. de Góes, André Luis Balbi, Daniela Ponce
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-04-01
Series:Nutrients
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/10/4/505