Albuminuria: when urine predicts kidney and cardiovascular disease.
review · Level V
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Abstract
Albuminuria is common. Traditionally considered a precursor to diabetic nephropathy, it has now been directly linked to adverse cardiovascular outcomes and death, independent of other risk factors. In this review, we compare the measures of albuminuria, examine the evidence linking it to renal failure, cardiovascular disease, and death, and provide recommendations for its testing and management.
Medical subject headings
- Albuminuria
- Cardiovascular Diseases
- Renal Insufficiency, Chronic