Different kidney function trajectory patterns before dialysis in elderly patients: clinical implications and outcomes

Conclusions. There are different patterns of eGFR trajectories before dialysis initiation in the elderly, that may help to identify those who are more likely to experience an accelerated decline in kidney function, with impact on pre ESKD care and in the mortality risk after dialysis.PMID:34187290 | DOI:10.1080/0886022X.2021.1945464

Source: Renal Failure - June 30, 2021 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Josefina Santos Pedro Oliveira Milton Severo Lu ísa Lobato Ant ónio Cabrita Isabel Fonseca Source Type: research