Association between metabolic syndrome components and chronic kidney disease among 37,533 old Chinese individuals

ConclusionOur study shows a high prevalence of CKD among Chinese elderly population. Aging, pre-HTN, HTN, elevated triglyceride, and FBG were associated with the risk of CKD. More attention should be paid to metabolic diseases to prevent CKD in the elderly.
Source: International Urology and Nephrology - Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research