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Review: The problem of diabetic nephropathy and practical prevention of its progressionManchester Institute of Nephrology and Transplantation, Manchester Royal Infirmary, Manchester, UK, Julian.Wright{at}CMMC.nhs.uk
Manchester Institute of Nephrology and Transplantation, Manchester Royal Infirmary, Manchester, UK In common with all countries in the developed world, the United Kingdom is experiencing a dramatic increase in the incidence of diabetes and chronic kidney disease. The most common cause of renal impairment is diabetes. The evolution of diabetic nephropathy is usually predictable with evidence-based interventions available at each stage. This review examines this evidence and gives practical advice on the management of patients with diabetic nephropathy. Br J Diabetes Vasc Dis, 2008; 8: 272—277
Key Words: cardiovascular morbidity and mortality diabetic nephropathy renin—angiotensin system
The British Journal of Diabetes & Vascular Disease, Vol. 8, No. 6,
272-277 (2008) |
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