VI. Malignancies and Chronic Kidney Disease: A Novel Bidirectional Association

Key Points

• This research aims to explore the relationship between malignancies and chronic kidney disease (CKD).
• Analyzed the prevalence of CKD in patients undergoing cancer treatment.
• Investigation of renal dysfunction caused by cancer treatments, including drug toxicity.
• Emphasized the importance of monitoring renal function in cancer survivors.
• Patients with cancer exhibit a higher risk of developing CKD.
• Kidney impairment is linked to direct tumor effects and side effects from treatment.
• Cancer survivors frequently experience CKD and an increased risk of cardiovascular events.