Chronic Kidney Disease part 2 (Ep2)

In this episode we focus on prevention and management of chronic kidney disease (CKD) including identifying risk factors, slowing disease progression and managing complications. This episode builds on part 1 and is designed for clinicians in a range of settings with particular relevance to primary care and low resource environments where early detection and intervention are critical. Presented by Dr Fran Fieldhouse and Dr Minnie Lacamp, Horizon Medical Education Key Topics Covered • Prevention strategies in CKD (primary, secondary, tertiary) • CKD management in low- and middle-income settings • Blood pressure targets and ACE inhibitor/ARB use • Diabetes management and renal protection • Avoiding nephrotoxins and medication adjustment • Management of complications (anaemia, fluid overload, bone disease) • Indications for nephrology referral and renal replacement therapy References • International Society of Nephrology – Global Kidney Health Atlas • Global Burden of Disease Study • KDIGO CKD Guidelines Download the notes and complete the CPD quiz to receive your certificate of accredited learning at ⁠⁠www.horizonmedicaleducation.com⁠⁠ If you found this episode useful, please share it with your colleagues and follow this podcast for weekly episodes.. Support our work : ⁠⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/horizonmedic... Thank you