Percutaneous Renal Biopsy of Native Kidneys: A Single-Center Experience of 1,055 Biopsies
- 11 February 2014
- journal article
- Published by S. Karger AG in American Journal of Nephrology
- Vol. 39 (2), 153-162
- https://doi.org/10.1159/000358334
Abstract
Background: Percutaneous renal biopsy (PRB) of native kidneys is an essential tool in the diagnosis and management of renal disease. We report one of the largest single-center experiences on the success and safety of the procedure. Methods: From June 1983 to March 2012, 1,055 adults underwent PRB using real-time ultrasound guidance and 14-gauge biopsy needles. Data were collected prospectively for 826 biopsies (78%). Statistical analysis was performed using the Mann-Whitney test, Wilcoxon matched pairs test and Kruskal-Wallis test for continuous data or the Fisher's exact test and χ2 test for categorical data. Multivariate analysis using logistic regression was performed to determine which feature at baseline was predictive of a complication following renal biopsy. Results: Patients were aged 46 ± 17 years; 38% were male, 40% were white and 43% were African-American. Serum creatinine (SCr) was 2.3 ± 2.3 mg/dl (>1.5 mg/dl in 47%). The pre-PRB hemoglobin was 12 ± 2 g/dl (170 mm Hg (OR 4.2, 95% CI 1.8-9.8), bleeding time >7.5 min (OR 1.7, CI 1.2-2.5) and SCr >3.5 mg/dl (OR 1.8, CI 1.2-2.9). Conclusions: PRB of native kidneys using real-time ultrasound with a 14-gauge automated needle remains a successful and safe procedure.Keywords
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