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    • Gerontology
    • Nephrology
    • Public Health

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    • Global populations are aging, with a rising proportion of elderly individuals worldwide.
    • Chronic kidney disease (CKD) presents a significant public health challenge with poor outcomes and high costs.
    • CKD exacerbates health risks in the elderly, particularly those with diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the impact of aging on kidney function.
    • To emphasize the increased prevalence and risks of CKD in the elderly population.
    • To discuss preventive strategies for renal deterioration in aging individuals.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of demographic trends and the aging population.
    • Analysis of the relationship between aging, CKD, and associated health conditions.
    • Discussion of physiological changes in the aging kidney.

    Main Results:

    • Kidney function, including glomerular filtration rate and tubular functions, declines with age.
    • The aging kidney is more susceptible to damage from medications like NSAIDs and contrast agents.
    • CKD prevalence is higher in the elderly and contributes to age-related decline.

    Conclusions:

    • Aging is associated with reduced renal function, increasing susceptibility to kidney disease.
    • Preventive measures for renal health in the elderly include function monitoring, medication adjustment, and hydration.
    • Addressing renal aging is critical for managing public health and healthcare costs associated with CKD.