Chronic renal failure risk factors

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Aarti Narayan, M.B.B.S [2]

Overview

It is important to identify patients at risk for developing chronic renal disease, even in patients with a normal serum creatinine levels. Chronic renal failure, requiring dialysis or organ transplant, can often be prevented with early detection and treatment.

Risk factors

Age

  • Age 65 or older

Race

  • African-American or Hispanic race

Family history

  • A positive family history

Comorbidities

Renal function

Genetics

References

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