Kidney biopsy in the elderly: diagnostic adequacy and yield.

Burçak Cavnar HelvacıBerfu KorucuIpek İsik GonulTurgay ArınsoyGalip GuzUlver Derici

Published in: International urology and nephrology (2020)

The world is aging, leading to an increased number of KB in older patients. KB in the elderly is a safe, effective, and an indispensable tool for the nephrologist. This study suggests there is no need to fear lower diagnostic adequacy in the decision making of a KB for an elderly patient.

Keyphrases

middle aged
community dwelling
decision making
case report
ultrasound guided