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Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Epidemiology
  • Environmental Medicine

Background:

  • Balkan endemic nephropathy (BEN) is a chronic tubulointerstitial kidney disease.
  • BEN exhibits unique epidemiological features, affecting specific rural areas along the Danube River.
  • The disease invariably leads to end-stage renal disease and an increased risk of upper urinary tract tumors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the evolution of knowledge regarding Balkan endemic nephropathy (BEN).
  • To discuss the proposed etiologies and pathogenesis of BEN.
  • To highlight the challenges in identifying the cause of this endemic kidney disease.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies on BEN.
  • Analysis of epidemiological data and geographical distribution.
  • Evaluation of proposed etiological factors and pathogenetic mechanisms.

Main Results:

  • BEN's spatial distribution has remained consistent over 50 years.
  • Converging evidence suggests aristolochic acid exposure is linked to BEN pathogenesis.
  • The exact cause remains elusive despite extensive research.

Conclusions:

  • BEN is a significant health burden in endemic Balkan regions.
  • Long-term dietary exposure to aristolochic acid is the leading hypothesis for BEN.
  • Further research is needed to definitively confirm the etiology and develop targeted prevention strategies.