Prevalence of Microalbuminuria Among Diabetes Patients in Africa: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Ousman MohammedErmiyas Alemayehu Habitye BisetegnHabtu DebashAlemu Gedefie Hussien Ebrahim Mihret Tilahun Temesgen Fiseha

Published in: Diabetes, metabolic syndrome and obesity : targets and therapy (2023)

This systematic review and meta-analysis found a high prevalence of microalbuminuria among diabetes patients. As a result, early detection of microalbuminuria is critical for preventing and treating microvascular complications such as diabetic nephropathy and the onset of end-stage renal disease.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
chronic kidney disease
peritoneal dialysis
type diabetes
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
diabetic nephropathy
cardiovascular disease
risk factors
adipose tissue
metabolic syndrome
glycemic control
patient reported outcomes
weight loss