Global prevalence of chronic kidney disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a global health burden with a high economic cost to health systems and is an independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD). All stages of CKD are associated with increased risks of cardiovascular morbidity, premature mortality, and/or decreased quality of...
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Public Library of Science
2016
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