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Published on: July 19, 2021
Obesity, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Kidney Transplantation: An Evolving Relationship
Ambreen Azhar1, Nabeel Hassan2, Mihaly Tapolyai3
1James D. Eason Transplant Institute, Methodist University Hospital, Memphis, TN; Department of Surgery, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN.
Abstract:
Obesity has a fundamental role in driving the global kidney disease burden. The perplexing relationship of obesity with chronic kidney disease remains debated. However, a thorough understanding of the interplay of obesity in conjunction with chronic kidney disease and appropriate management options is lacking, leading to further increases in morbidity and mortality. Moreover, underutilization of bariatric procedures and unrealistic expectations of weight reduction based on body mass index, leading to poor access to kidney transplantation, are fueling the fire. In this review, we summarize the available data related to the obesity and chronic kidney disease association and its novel management options.
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