RenalGuard System for Prevention of Contrast Induced Nephropathy

RenalGuard System for Prevention of Contrast Induced Nephropathy - A Randomized Trial

The purpose of this study is to determine whether hydration with intravenous saline matched with urine output, using the device RenalGuard is superior to standard hydration with saline to prevent contrast-induced nephropathy.

Inclusion Criteria:

• serum creatinine >1.2mg/dl
• glomerular filtration rate (GFR) < 60ml/min

Exclusion Criteria:

• acute renal failure
• use of radiological contrast in the latest 7 days
• Current use of N-acetylcysteine or hydration of sodium bicarbonate
• Patients in dialysis
• Emergency procedures