Evolving strategies for early diagnosis, proactive prevention and treatment of CKD

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Early intervention in chronic kidney disease may significantly reduce the need for kidney replacement therapy later on, improving patient quality of life.
Over 20% of individuals with CKD are undiagnosed due to outdated reliance on albuminuria for screening, highlighting a need for broader diagnostic measures.
Adopting the ABCDE approach could enhance early detection and management of CKD risk factors, leading to better cardiovascular and metabolic outcomes.
Widespread implementation of pre-CKD concepts and lifestyle interventions is crucial in reducing CKD prevalence and progression.

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Observational analysis identifies outdated concepts in CKD diagnosis, suggesting new strategies for better outcomes.

Ortíz et al. (2025) studied this question.

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