DR VALLE’S THOUGHTS ON THE FUTURE OF CKD
Kidney research has always been a very exciting and challenging area given the complexities of this organ and its pivotal role in maintaining the balance of the internal environment (Claude Bernard’s ” milieu interieure”). In light of the prevalence of renal disease worldwide and its emergence as a major risk factor in terms of cardiovascular […]
WHAT IS CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE AND WHY SHOULD YOU CARE?
About Chronic Kidney Disease Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a worldwide public health problem. In the US alone, 26 million adults have CKD and millions of others are at increased risk for developing it. Most people are unaware that they have CKD or may be at risk. The term CKD refers to the five stages […]
