The global nephrology community recognises the need for a cohesive plan to address the
problem of chronic kidney disease (CKD). In July, 2016, the International Society of …

Patients with advanced chronic kidney disease (CKD) have a high burden of physical and
psychosocial symptoms, poor outcomes, and high costs of care. Current paradigms of care for …

Background Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a major challenge for health care systems
around the world, and the prevalence rates appear to be increasing. We estimate the costs of …

Background and objectives: Higher phosphate is associated with mortality in dialysis patients
but few prospective studies assess this in nondialysis patients managed in an outpatient …

Background Acute kidney injury (AKI) is one of the most common complications affecting
hospital inpatients around the world. It is associated with high mortality and adverse long-term …

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is prevalent in many countries, and the costs associated with
the care of patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) are estimated to exceed US$1 …

Background. Diabetes mellitus and chronic kidney disease (CKD) are common and exhibit
synergistic associations with premature mortality. Current diabetes guidelines in the UK …

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) causes substantial global morbidity and increases cardiovascular
and all-cause mortality. Unlike other chronic diseases with established strategies for …

Background Survival and quality of life for patients on hemodialysis therapy remain poor
despite substantial research efforts. Existing trials often report surrogate outcomes that may not …

Background Membranous nephropathy leads to end-stage renal disease in more than 20%
of patients. Although immunosuppressive therapy benefits some patients, trial evidence for …