Efficacy of Oral Nicorandil to Prevent Contrast-Induced Nephropathy in Patients with Chronic Renal Dysfunction Undergoing an Elective Coronary Procedure

Abstract

Nicorandil could exhibit a protective effect against CIN in patients with chronic renal dysfunction undergoing an elective coronary procedure and reduce the adverse events within 1 year after the procedure, which is superior to hydration treatment only.