Prognostic Value of Perioperative Near-Infrared Spectroscopy Monitoring for Postoperative Acute Kidney Injury in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery: A Systematic Review

C. Niezen, M. Modestini, D. Massari, A. Bos, T. Scheeren, M. Struys and J. Vos

Semin Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 2025;29(3):209-218.

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IntroductionPostoperative acute kidney injury (AKI) is a common postoperative complication in cardiac surgery, with varying reported incidences and prognostic factors. Renal hypoperfusion is believed to be a key factor contributing to postoperative AKI. Near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) monitoring, which assesses regional tissue saturation (RSO