Prevalence of kidney dysfunction in diabetes mellitus and associated risk factors among productive age Indonesian

ConclusionThe prevalence of KD in DM among productive age Indonesian was 4% and only 0.6% had been diagnosed. Early detection of identification of KD in DM is needed in order to slow progression and complications. The dominant associated risk factors of KD in DM were age, sex, economic status, sugary food/drinks, and low HDL. Controlling of risk factors in DM should be done in order to prevent diabetic kidney disease.
Source: Journal of Diabetes and Metabolic Disorders - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research