Background and objectives Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a global health burden and is
independently associated with increased cardiovascular disease risk. Assessment of …

Cardiovascular risk in chronic kidney disease. National Kidney Foundation guidelines
define chronic kidney disease (CKD) as persistent kidney damage (confirmed by renal …

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is defined by a low glomerular filtration rate or high
albuminuria, and affects 15–20% of adults globally. CKD increases the risk of various …

Cardiovascular disease is the primary cause of morbidity and premature mortality in chronic
kidney disease. While it is well established that patients with kidney failure (chronic kidney …

Background Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is common, and associated with increased risk
of cardiovascular disease and end-stage renal disease, which are potentially preventable …

Predictive cardiovascular risk factors in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD).
Background Traditional cardiovascular risk factors and uremia-related specific factors have …

CKD is an independent cardiovascular risk state. Hence, there is a strong rationale for
research in CKD patients into the pathogenesis of CVD. In addition, there are multiple …

Cardiovascular risk prediction in people with chronic kidney... : Current Opinion in Nephrology
and Hypertension Cardiovascular risk prediction in people with chronic kidney disease : Current …

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is recognised as a health concern globally and leads to high
rates of morbidity, mortality and healthcare expenditure. CKD is itself an independent risk …

Current guidelines identify people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) as being at high risk
for cardiovascular and all-cause mortality. Because as many as 19 million Americans may …