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    • An epidemic of chronic kidney disease (CKD) of unknown cause affects Central American agricultural workers.
    • Sugarcane cutters and other agricultural laborers are particularly vulnerable.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To examine kidney function changes over a 6-month sugarcane harvest.
    • To identify job-specific differences in kidney function.
    • To assess the role of hydration and measure proteinuria.

    Main Methods:

    • 284 Nicaraguan sugarcane workers across seven job types were recruited.
    • Serum creatinine and urine albumin were measured.
    • Estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) was calculated.

    Main Results:

    • eGFR declined during the harvest season in seed cutters, irrigators, and cane cutters compared to factory workers.
    • Longer employment duration was associated with lower eGFR.
    • Proteinuria (albumin-to-creatinine ratio >30 mg/g) was uncommon (<5%).

    Conclusions:

    • Job-specific declines in kidney function and associations with employment duration suggest occupational risk factors for CKD.
    • Further research is needed to identify specific occupational exposures contributing to CKD.