ABSTRACT
Acute renal failure (ARF) develops in approximately 5% of all hospitalized
patients (1,2). When it is uncomplicated, ARF can usually be managed in a non-
intensive care setting, and the mortality is low (less than 5%) (2).
Acute renal failure (ARF) develops in approximately 5% of all hospitalized
patients (1,2). When it is uncomplicated, ARF can usually be managed in a non-
intensive care setting, and the mortality is low (less than 5%) (2).