Chronic kidney failure
A comprehensive analysis of the chronic kidney disease (CKD) burden in China has been conducted, shedding light on the growing threat to human health. Research by the National Center for Chronic and Noncommunicable Disease Control and Prevention aimed to investigate the CKD burden by age, gender, CKD causes, and geographical
Chronic kidney failure
Elderly individuals with chronic kidney disease (CKD) face significant challenges in managing their condition, with self-care being a crucial aspect of disease management. Research has shown that social isolation and loneliness can have a profound impact on an individual's physical and mental health. A recent study published in
Chronic kidney failure
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) has become a significant health concern in South Africa, driven by a combination of factors including HIV, tuberculosis, hypertension, diabetes, and obesity. The disease disproportionately affects Black African populations due to genetic predispositions and socio-economic disparities. Despite the growing burden of CKD, South Africa's
Chronic kidney failure
Researchers conducted a retrospective follow-up study at the University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Referral Hospital in Ethiopia, examining the incidence and predictors of chronic kidney disease (CKD) among hypertensive patients. The study found that hypertension was a major contributor to CKD, and identified predictors and longitudinal blood pressure patterns associated
Beijing University
Researchers from Peking University People's Hospital have highlighted the importance of developing effective treatments for chronic kidney disease (CKD) in people with type 1 diabetes (T1D). According to their study, CKD is a serious complication that affects nearly one-third of people with T1D, and current therapeutic advances have
Beijing University
Research findings presented in a recent study conducted in Northwest China reveal that the adherence to chronic kidney disease (CKD) testing guidelines among high-risk patients with diabetes and hypertension remains low. The study, published in Kidney Diseases, aimed to evaluate the guideline concordance of CKD testing among high-risk patients in
Chronic kidney failure
A recent study by researchers from Islamic Azad University in Tehran, Iran, has shed light on the effectiveness of electronic health (eHealth) solutions for kidney transplant recipients. The study, published in the journal mjlh lmy danshgah lwm pzshky krdstan, aimed to review published articles on eHealth in kidney transplant recipients
