Preclinical kidney disease

Preclinical kidney disease is associated with mortality in humans (Over 50% increase in mortality risk).

“After adjustment, the presence of either preclinical kidney disease or MA was associated with an over 50% increase in mortality risk;”

HumansAdjusted analysisMedian follow-up of 8.3 yearsn = 3,291

Albuminuria, impaired kidney function and cardiovascular outcomes or mortality in the elderly

Nephrology, dialysis, transplantation : official publication of the European Dialysis and Transplant Association - European Renal Association·15 Dec 2009