Cardio-Renal Syndrome in the ICU: Pharmacological Challenges in Multi-Organ Support

Ya-Tzu Chang Speaker Cardio-Renal Syndrome in the ICU: Pharmacological Challenges in Multi-Organ SupportThis lecture will provide an overview of pharmacological management in cardiorenal syndrome and discuss its clinical application and therapeutic dilemmas through case-based discussion. Cardiorenal syndrome refers to a pathophysiological condition in which dysfunction of the heart or kidney induces acute or chronic dysfunction in the other organ. Pharmacological strategies include decongestion therapy and medications with cardiorenal protective effects, such as RAAS inhibitors, ARNIs, MRAs, and SGLT2 inhibitors. In clinical practice, treatment decisions must consider the patient’s hemodynamic status, renal function, electrolyte abnormalities, and overall clinical stability. The goal is to balance therapeutic benefits and potential harms while optimizing cardiac and renal protection in critically ill patients.

Chian-Ying Chou Moderator