2023 European Kidney Forum: The future of kidney care - investing in green nephrology to meet the European Green Deal targets
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Stakeholders at the European Kidney Health Alliance
Area Of Science
- Environmental science
- Public health
- Nephrology
Background
- The European Union (EU) faces a growing burden of chronic kidney disease (CKD).
- Kidney care has a significant environmental footprint, including waste production and resource use.
- There is a need to integrate environmental sustainability into healthcare practices.
Purpose Of The Study
- To examine the environmental impact of kidney health and kidney replacement therapies.
- To explore the environmental footprint of kidney care within the EU.
- To identify the role of the EU in promoting sustainable kidney care.
Main Methods
- Convened the European Kidney Health Alliance's 2023 annual Policy Forum.
- Brought together diverse stakeholders: nephrologists, patient representatives, nurses, scientists, policymakers, and industry specialists.
- Facilitated discussions on kidney health, environmental impact, and sustainable healthcare.
Main Results
- Demonstrated broad consensus among stakeholders on the urgent need for sustainable kidney care in the EU.
- Highlighted the critical role of EU policymakers in driving sustainability through policies and initiatives.
- Identified key areas for action: CKD prevention, organ donation and transplantation improvement, and addressing the environmental impact of CKD management.
Conclusions
- There is a strong consensus on the need for a sustainable approach to kidney care across the EU.
- EU policies are crucial for improving the sustainability of the healthcare sector.
- Urgent action is required to prevent CKD, enhance organ transplantation, and mitigate the environmental impact of kidney disease treatment.
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