Background Change in albuminuria as a surrogate endpoint for progression of chronic kidney
disease is strongly supported by biological plausibility, but empirical evidence to support …

Results The median follow-up period was 2.3 years (interquartile range, 1.1–5.3), and the
primary outcome was noted in 94 patients. Mean eGFR was 46.3±23.2 ml/min per 1.73 m 2, …

The US Renal Data System (USRDS) is the largest and most comprehensive national end-stage
renal disease (ESRD) and chronic kidney disease (CKD) surveillance system in the …

Background: Although measuring albuminuria is the preferred method for defining and
staging chronic kidney disease (CKD), total urine protein or dipstick protein is often measured …

Background and aims Constipation is one of the most frequent symptoms encountered in
daily clinical practice and is implicated in the development of atherosclerosis, potentially …

Constipation is one of the most prevalent conditions in primary care settings and increases
the risk of cardiovascular disease, potentially through processes mediated by altered gut …

Albuminuria is an under-recognized component of chronic kidney disease definition, staging,
and prognosis. Guidelines, particularly for hypertension, conflict on recommendations for …

Constipation is one of the most common gastrointestinal disorders among patients with chronic
kidney disease (CKD) partly because of their sedentary lifestyle, low fiber and fluid intake…

Background A new classification of diabetic nephropathy was reported by Tervaert et al., but
the association between pathological findings and the clinical outcomes remains unclear. …

Background. Prior small studies have suggested an association between low serum albumin
and increased risk of venous thromboembolic (VTE) events in patients with nephrotic …