Renal Effects of Two Iodinated Contrast Media in Patients at Risk Undergoing Coronary Angiography

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The main purpose of this study is to evaluate and compare the effects on kidney function of two contrast media, the iso-osmolar iodixanol and the low-osmolar iopamidol in patients at risk of kidney damage associated with the injection of contrast media. A standard hydration procedure, based on available guidelines will be given to all patients to prevent negative effects on the kidneys. Serum creatinine (SCr ) concentrations will be measured before and up to 7 days after contrast media administration to evaluate the effects on renal function.

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Inclusion Criteria:

• Subjects with a combination of diabetes mellitus (type I or II) and renal impairment, defined as serum creatinine (SCr ) ≥150 µmol/L (1.7 mg/dL) for men and ≥133 µmol/L (1.5 mg/dL) for women or creatinine clearance (CrCl) ≤ 50 mL/min calculated according to Cockroft-Gault formula, referred for coronary angiography with or without PCI.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Concurrent administration of potentially nephroprotective or nephrotoxic drugs is not allowed. Subjects undergoing dialysis or kidney transplant will not be included.