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[Renal failure and cardiovascular risk].

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  • 1U.O. Nefrologia e Dialisi, Ospedale Gemma De Bosis, Cassino (FR). uonefro.cassino@libero.it

Giornale Italiano Di Nefrologia : Organo Ufficiale Della Societa Italiana Di Nefrologia
|April 25, 2006
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Chronic renal failure (CRF) affects a significant portion of adults. Cardiovascular diseases are a major cause of mortality in patients with early-stage CRF, even before reaching end-stage renal disease.

Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Cardiology
  • Epidemiology

Context:

  • Chronic renal failure (CRF) prevalence studies often focus on end-stage disease.
  • Limited prospective research exists on initial and moderate CRF stages.
  • Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are a significant concern in non-dialysis CRF populations.

Purpose:

  • To highlight the prevalence of initial chronic renal failure (CRF) in adults.
  • To emphasize the mortality impact of cardiovascular diseases (CVD) in patients with early to moderate CRF.
  • To underscore the need for more research into non-uremic CRF patient populations.

Summary:

  • Initial chronic renal failure (CRF) affects approximately 22.8% of adults, with albuminuria indicating renal damage in 8.5%.
  • Only 2% of individuals with CRF progress to end-stage renal disease requiring dialysis or transplantation.

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  • Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are a primary cause of mortality in patients with even mild CRF, preceding uremia, unlike in the general population.

    • Impact:

    • Recognizes CRF as a significant cardiovascular risk factor by major health organizations.
    • Suggests a shift in focus towards managing cardiovascular risks in earlier stages of kidney disease.
    • Underscores the critical link between kidney health and cardiovascular outcomes, particularly in non-dialysis populations.