Chronic kidney disease causes and outcomes in children: Perspective from a LMIC setting.

Farhana AmanullahAmyn Abdul MalikZafar Zaidi

Published in: PloS one (2022)

The true epidemiology of childhood CKD is unknown in Pakistan. Our cohort showed better CKD outcomes in children diagnosed early with appropriate surgical and medical follow-up. Prompt diagnosis, treatment and prevention of progression can be life-saving in our setting. CKD registry data can inform policy changes that can prevent poor outcomes.

Keyphrases

chronic kidney disease
end stage renal disease
healthcare
young adults
public health
risk factors
mental health
type diabetes
big data
machine learning
metabolic syndrome