title: Surgery in the patient with acute or chronic renal failure.
abstract: Medical management of the surgical patient with renal dysfunction revolves primarily around the application of sound medical principles used in the care of all patients. In this article, the unique peculiarities associated with renal failure are stressed. Knowledge of these points is vital in securing a favorable outcome for the patient.
mesh_terms: D058186:Acute Kidney Injury / Q000150:complications*; D006801:Humans; D007676:Kidney Failure, Chronic / Q000150:complications*; D013514:Surgical Procedures, Operative