Condition
AKI medical abbreviation
AKI means "acute kidney injury".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (2 in all for AKI), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What AKI means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| acute kidney injury | None | Charting, Problem lists |
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What does AKI mean in medical terms?
AKI means "acute kidney injury".
Where is AKI used?
AKI shows up in charting and problem lists. Its category here is condition.
Is AKI on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. AKI is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.