Association between chronic kidney disease and cancer including the mortality of cancer patients: national health and nutrition examination survey 1999-2014

CONCLUSION: CKD is significantly associated only with genitourinary cancer among different types of cancer. CKD is an independent risk factor for survival in cancer patients, regardless of the type of cancer. Monitoring and maintaining the renal function of cancer patients is essential for prolonging their life.PMID:35559400 | PMC:PMC9091102
Source: American Journal of Translational Research - Category: Research Authors: Source Type: research