Vitamin C deficiency and inadequacy were common in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD), particularly those with CKD stage 4 or 5 and those undergoing dialysis. Even in otherwise healthy ...
Background Hypertension is highly prevalent among patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and contributes substantially to ...
Credit: Shutterstock In addition to bone health, maintaining adequate vitamin D levels can reduce albuminuria, which has been linked to an increased risk for CKD progression. Repleting vitamin D ...
Prevalence estimates indicate ~35.5 million U.S. adults have CKD, with heightened cardiovascular risk, progression to kidney failure, and ~85,000 annual deaths. Economic data remain sparse, yet ...