Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is characterized by the presence of kidney damage or an estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) of less than 60 mL/min/1.73 m², persisting for 3 months or more. CKD involves a progressive loss of kidney function, often leading to the need for renal replacement therapy, such as dialysis or transplantation. The 2012 KDIGO CKD classification considers the underlying cause and categorizes CKD into 6 stages of progression and 3 stages of proteinuria based on glomerular filtration rate and levels of albuminuria. Although the causes of CKD vary, certain disease processes exhibit similar patterns.The implications of CKD are extensive—it emerges from various disease processes and affects cardiovascular health, cognitive function, bone metabolism, anemia, blood pressure, and many other health indicators. Early recognition of CKD is the first step in treating it, and various methods for measuring eGFR have been described. Both modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors influence the progression of CKD. Management of CKD involves adjusting medication dosages according to the patient’s eGFR, preparing for renal replacement therapies, and addressing reversible causes to slow disease progression. This activity reviews the etiology, evaluation, and management of CKD, emphasizing the crucial role of an interprofessional healthcare team in providing comprehensive care. An interprofessional approach focuses on both modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors to manage and mitigate the progression of the disease.
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