A Retrospective Analysis of Mortality Due to Pneumonia and Renal Disease in a Midwestern Patient Population

Mortality associated with RD and PNA was examined in a predominantly rural, relatively poor, Midwestern patient population presenting to a tertiary center with the key finding that the presence of AKI correlates with a much greater mortality rate in both patients with and without PNA. Looking forward, future studies may include a broader population base(including urban, suburban, and rural areas), allowing not only for more statistical power but also a broader assessment of the population.Such knowledge is invaluable as we continue to prioritize healthcare resources for critically ill patients suffering from RD and PNA in different settings.