From: A proposed algorithm for initiation of renal replacement therapy in adult critically ill patients
 | Factors |
---|---|
Patient-specific | Kidney function/reserve |
 | Co-morbid disease and physiologic reserve |
 | Primary diagnosis: severity of illness and trajectory |
 | Acute kidney injury: severity and trend |
Clinician-specific | Goals of therapy |
 | Relative indications and clinician threshold for initiation |
 | Local practice patterns |
 | Prescribing service |
Organizational | Country/institution |
 | ICU type |
 | Machine and nursing availability |
 | Health costs |