Trajectories of kidney function and associated factors among community-dwelling older Japanese: a 16-year longitudinal study
ConclusionsAbout 5% of community-dwelling older adults had an eGFR < 30 later in life. Our findings suggest that those with stage G3a CKD at age 65 years should be managed intensively, to control risk factors for CKD progression.
Source: Clinical and Experimental Nephrology - Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research
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