Risk factors for acute kidney injury in Chinese patients with lupus nephritis: a meta-analysis

Key Points

• Acute kidney injury rates in lupus nephritis patients are significantly correlated with specific risk factors.
• Among the evaluated studies, 42% reported increased renal complications in lupus nephritis patients with high blood pressure.
• Meta-analysis utilized data from various studies to analyze the association between risk factors and acute kidney injury.
• Identifying these risk factors supports targeted monitoring and potential early intervention strategies for at-risk patients.