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Overview

The medical management of chronic kidney disease (CKD) has become an integral responsibility of primary care clinicians. The KDIGO guidelines on the long-term care of patients with CKD will be reviewed in detail with attention to the availability of new pharmacotherapy for nephroprotection. A stepwise approach to slowing the progression of CKD will also be presented, followed by an open Q&A session.

Learning Objectives

  • Define the diagnostic criteria and prevalence of CKD
  • Review the U.S. and worldwide impact of CKD on population health
  • Describe the need for primary care clinician involvement in CKD management
  • Discuss the newest guidelines on CKD care
  • Emphasize the sequential role of pharmacologic agents in providing nephroprotection