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This review provides an overview of the assessment, epidemiology, aetiology, and clinical presentation of chronic kidney disease in older adults.
Why the study?
Chronic kidney disease is a global health concern particularly prevalent among older adults.
This article provides a comprehensive overview of the assessment, epidemiology, etiology, and clinical presentation of chronic kidney disease in older adults, specifically tailored for nursing professionals.
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May inform nursing assessment of older adults with CKD; leaves open need for prospective outcome studies.
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a condition characterised by progressive damage and loss of function in the kidneys. It is a global health concern that is particularly prevalent among older adults. This article provides nurses with an overview of the assessment of CKD in this population, including its epidemiology, aetiology and clinical presentation. It focuses on age-related physiological changes that can affect kidney function, CKD risk factors such as anaemia, ethnicity and gender, and specific assessment tools that can aid the early detection and management of the condition. The author also discusses the prognosis of CKD and future research priorities.
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Tiago Manuel Horta Reis da Silva (2025) conducted a review in Chronic kidney disease. This review provides an overview of the assessment, epidemiology, aetiology, and clinical presentation of chronic kidney disease in older adults.
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