Acute respiratory distress syndrome and acute kidney injury in critically ill patients: A scoping review on this lung-kidney crosstalk

Key Points

• Acute kidney injury commonly occurs alongside acute respiratory distress syndrome in critically ill patients, complicating management.
• The review emphasizes the intricate lung-kidney crosstalk that may affect patient outcomes and necessitates further investigation.
• Evaluating the pathophysiology of these conditions provides insights into potential therapeutic targets and care strategies.
• Understanding this relationship can enhance clinical interventions and improve patient prognoses in critical care settings.