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[The prevention and treatment of vascular calcification.]

Kazuki Kawakami1, Masaki Ohya1, Takashi Shigematsu1

  • 1Department of Nephrology, Wakayama Medical University, Wakayama, Japan.

Clinical Calcium
|January 26, 2019
PubMed

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Chronic kidney disease-mineral and bone disease (CKD-MBD) management is key to preventing vascular calcification and reducing mortality. Understanding CKD-MBD is crucial for cardiovascular health in kidney patients.

Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Cardiovascular Medicine
  • Bone Metabolism

Background:

  • Renal osteodystrophy (ROD) was the term for bone disorders in chronic kidney disease (CKD) until recently.
  • The concept has evolved to chronic kidney disease-mineral and bone disease (CKD-MBD), encompassing systemic disorders impacting mortality.
  • Vascular calcification is a significant independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease and mortality in CKD patients.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the shift in understanding bone disorders in CKD from ROD to CKD-MBD.
  • To emphasize the critical role of CKD-MBD management in preventing vascular calcification.
  • To underscore the link between vascular calcification, cardiovascular disease, and mortality.

Main Methods:

  • Review of the evolving concepts in CKD-related bone disorders.
  • Analysis of the impact of vascular calcification on mortality in CKD.
  • Discussion of CKD-MBD as a management strategy.

Main Results:

  • The definition of bone disorders in CKD has transitioned from ROD to the broader concept of CKD-MBD.
  • CKD-MBD management is identified as the primary strategy to combat vascular calcification.
  • Vascular calcification is a direct contributor to cardiovascular disease and mortality.

Conclusions:

  • Effective management of CKD-MBD is essential for mitigating vascular calcification.
  • Future research should focus on elucidating the mechanisms of vascular calcification for targeted prevention.
  • Addressing CKD-MBD is crucial for improving outcomes and reducing mortality in chronic kidney disease patients.

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