Impact of the estimation equation for GFR on population-based prevalence estimates of kidney dysfunction

Impact of the estimation equation for GFR on population-based prevalence estimates of kidney dysfunction

Abstract Background Estimating equations are recommended by clinical guidelines as the preferred method for assessment of glomerular filtration rate (GFR). The aim of the study was to compare population-based prevalence estimates of decreased kidney function in Germany defined by an estimated GFR (e...

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Main Authors: Pietro Trocchi, Matthias Girndt, Christa Scheidt-Nave, Silke Markau, Andreas Stang
Format: Article
Sprog:English
Udgivet: BMC 2017-11-01
Serier:BMC Nephrology
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Epidemiology
Prevalence
Renal dysfunction
eGFR equation
Online adgang:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12882-017-0749-5

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