Chronic Kidney Disease in the United States

  • Rettig R
  • Norris K
  • Nissenson A
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Abstract

With chronic kidney disease (CKD), kidneys become damaged over time or cannot clean the blood as well as healthy kidneys. When the kidneys don't work well, wastes and extra water build up in the body and may cause other health problems, including heart disease and high blood pressure. However, people with CKD and people at risk for CKD can take steps to protect their kidneys. CKD Is Common Among US Adults Keep kidneys healthy by managing blood sugar and blood pressure.

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Rettig, R. A., Norris, K., & Nissenson, A. R. (2008). Chronic Kidney Disease in the United States. Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, 3(6), 1902–1910. https://doi.org/10.2215/cjn.02330508

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