Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP) and Renal Perfusion: Evaluation of Critically Ill Patients With Normal Creatinine or Reduced Renal Function

MAP and Renal Perfusion: Evaluation of Critically Ill Patients With Normal Creatinine or Reduced Renal Function

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the renal perfusion depending on the MAP.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Over 18 years old
• Intensive care patient
• Treated with vasopressor
• Given informed consent
• Arterial infusion
• A bladder catheter

Exclusion Criteria:

• Anamneses of hypertension
• Neurological trauma
• Acute renal insufficiency other than prerenal or acute tubular necrosis etiology
• Hepatorenal syndrome
• Treated with diuretics
• Mechanical ventilation and unstable