Statins for Prevention of Contrast Induced Nephropathy

Summary

In this randomized study the investigators wish to explore the role of pre-procedural statin therapy for the prevention of contrast induced nephropathy in patients with moderate-to-severe renal dysfunction, submitted to elective coronary or angioplasty.

Timeline

Start

2006-04

Primary completion

2008-03

Completion

2008-03

Drugs

Indications