Abstract
If I were unfortunate enough to develop chronic kidney disease (CKD) I would do everything in my power to reduce my vascular risk, paying very close attention to my lifestyle, particularly if I also had diabetes (the most common cause of CKD requiring dialysis). I would want my progress monitored closely and, when indicated, antiproteinuric therapy with an ACE inhibitor and/or an angiotensin receptor blocker instituted promptly, along with whatever it would take to reduce my blood pressure to around 130/80mmHg. Should my condition worsen while I am still under 70 years of age and otherwise healthy, I would request a renal transplant.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 2-5 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Practical Cardiovascular Risk Management |
Volume | 5 |
Issue number | 2 |
Publication status | Published - Apr 2007 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Emergency Medical Services
- Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine
- Assessment and Diagnosis
- Family Practice