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However, its role in predicting postoperative renal support remains limited. This study aimed to evaluate whether early postoperative LUS scores could predict the need for PD in neonates after congenital heart surgery with CPB. Methods: In this prospective single-center study, 53 neonates undergoing cardiac surgery with CPB between June 2025 and January 2026 were included. LUS was performed preoperatively and at 0\u20132 h, 24\u201348 h, 72 h, 120 h, and 168 h postoperatively using a standardized six-zone scoring system (0\u201318). The primary outcome was postoperative PD requirement. ROC analysis assessed predictive performance, and multivariable logistic regression identified independent predictors. Results: Total LUS scores significantly increased in the early postoperative period, remained elevated for 24\u201372 h, and gradually declined by days 5\u20137. Infants requiring PD (n = 16) had significantly higher LUS scores at 0\u20132 h, 24\u201348 h, and 72 h (p &lt; 0.05). The 24\u201348 h (AUC = 0.784; sensitivity 87%, specificity 62% at cut-off \u2265 11.5) LUS score showed the best predictive value for PD (AUC = 0.831; sensitivity 86%, specificity 74% at cut-off \u2265 13). In multivariable analysis, higher LUS scores at 0\u20132 h (OR 1.625, p = 0.048) and 24\u201348 h (OR 1.621, p = 0.048) independently predicted PD. 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