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Meta-Analysis
. 2003 Dec 15;92(12):1454-8.
doi: 10.1016/j.amjcard.2003.08.059.

Meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials on the usefulness of acetylcysteine for prevention of contrast nephropathy

Daniel W Isenbarger  1 , Steven M Kent, Patrick G O'Malley
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Meta-Analysis

Meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials on the usefulness of acetylcysteine for prevention of contrast nephropathy

Daniel W Isenbarger et al. Am J Cardiol. .

Abstract

Multiple small studies of oral N-acetylcysteine for prevention of contrast nephropathy have been performed, demonstrating variable efficacy. We performed a meta-analysis of the randomized clinical trials to clarify the degree of benefit.

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