Galectin-3 in AKI: Pathogenic Target, Diagnostic Biomarker, or Both?

Key Points

• Galectin-3 plays a significant role in the pathogenesis of acute kidney injury, influencing inflammation.
• Levels of galectin-3 can be used as a diagnostic biomarker to assess kidney injury severity.
• Analysis of clinical data indicates a correlation between elevated galectin-3 levels and poorer outcomes in acute kidney injury.
• Identifying galectin-3 as both a pathogenic target and a biomarker highlights its potential for improved management of kidney health.