BMC Nephrology and BMC Primary Care have published this Collection on Outpatient management of the kidney patient for the primary care practitioner.
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a growing public health concern worldwide. According to the National Library of Medicine, the prevalence of CKD is estimated to affect more than 10% of the general population, and it is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, end-stage renal disease, and premature death. Primary care physicians are often the first point of contact for patients with CKD, and they play a critical role in the early identification, management, and referral of patients with CKD.
This special issue aimed to provide a comprehensive overview of outpatient management of the kidney patient for the primary care practitioner. We encouraged submissions that addressed the following topics, but were not limited to:
- Diagnostic strategies for early detection of CKD in primary care
- Novel interventions to improve outcomes for CKD patients in primary care
- Tools and strategies to aid primary care providers in the management of CKD patients
- Approaches to managing CKD-related complications in primary care
- The role of primary care in the management of CKD patients with comorbidities
- The use of technology in the management of CKD patients in primary care
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