Chronic Kidney Disease - An Overview

Abstract

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a worldwide public health problem. It is recognized as a common condition that is associated with risk Development of ESRD (end stage renal disease).In India, there is a rising incidence and prevalence of kidney failure, with poor outcomes.

The most common causes of CKD are Diabetes mellitus, systemic hypertension and chronic Glomerulonephritis. Together, these cause approximately 75% of all adult cases.

CKD may be initially without specific symptoms. As the kidney function declines steadily symptoms appear progressively which may be fatigue, anorexia, nausea, pruritis, i.e. CKD can have multisystem manifestations.

Early identification of patients with kidney disease is recommended, as measures may be instituted to slow progression and mitigate cardiovascular risk.