Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is defined as a progressive loss of renal function that lasts for more than 3 months, and is classified according to the degree of kidney damage – measured by the level of proteinuria – and the decline in glomerular filtration rate. The most severe form is end...
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A well-known class of drugs used to manage type 2 diabetes and control weight could offer hope for patients who also struggle with related chronic kidney disease (CKD), researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center found. Feb 10, 2025 0 19 Genetics Sickle cell disease is a genetic disorder...
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Chronic kidney disease (CKD) has been consistently associated with cardiovascular disease; there is an inverse graded relationship between glomerular filtration rate and cardiovascular risk. Early-moderate CKD receives increasing recognition for its role as an independent risk factor as evidenced by its ...
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chronic kidney diseasecystatin Cestimated glomerular filtration rateIntroduction Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is common, occurring in over 10% of individuals globally, and is increasing in prevalence. The limitations of traditional biomarkers of renal dysfunction, such as serum creatinine, have been well...
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