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What is KDOQI? What is KDOQI?KDOQI (Kidney Disease Outcomes Quality Initiative) is world renowned for improving the diagnosis and treatment of kidney disease, these guidelines have changed the practices of healthcare professionals and improved thousands of lives.Tools & Resources Guidelines and Commentaries Guideline Development Process Patient Centered Quality Measures Learn more about KDOQIImage Vascular Access Guidelines And Implementation ToolsComprehensive slide decks created by interdisciplinary experts.Image KDOQI AppDownload now to access guidelines and commentaries at your fingertips.
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Kidney Topics Superalimentos Frutas Verduras Frutos Secos/Semillas Protena Animal Protenas de Origen Vegetal Aceites/Grasas Condimentos...Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,Diet and nutrition,Food and cooking,Food and drink
Kidney Topics Superfoods Explore kidney-friendly superfoods: discover new recipes, enjoy healthy twists on favorites, and make every meal nutritious for your kidney health.Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,Diet and nutrition,Food and cooking,Food and drink
Kidney Topics Your Kidneys and Iron Iron is crucial for red blood cells. Kidney disease can cause low iron, leading to anemia. Treatments include diet changes, supplements, and IV iron.Diet and nutrition,Vitamins, nutrients, minerals, and supplements,Iron
Kidney Topics GLP-1 Receptor Agonists (GLP-1 RAs) GLP-1 RAs help slow CKD and lower heart disease risk for people with type 2 diabetes and/or obesity, but it’s important to weigh risks and benefits.Treatments and therapies,Medicines,Medicines with kidney-protective factors
Kidney Topics Filtración glomerular estimada (FGe) Esta información le ayudará a aprender más sobre la salud renal.Tests and procedures,Blood tests,Glomerular filtration rate
Kidney Topics Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR) Learn about eGFR, how your kidneys filter waste, and why early detection of CKD is crucial for protecting kidney health. Tests and procedures,Blood tests,Glomerular filtration rate
Kidney Topics Nutrition and Kidney Disease, Stages 1-5 (Not on Dialysis) Good nutrition helps people with kidney disease stay healthy. If your kidneys are not working so well, some changes in the diet help you feel better.Diseases and conditions,Diet and nutrition,Kidney diseases and conditions,Early stage kidney disease
Kidney Topics Thin Basement Membrane Disease Thin Basement Membrane Disease is a rare inherited kidney disorder affecting glomeruli, causing hematuria and proteinuria. It typically has a benign c...Diseases and conditions,Kidney diseases and conditions,Glomerular diseases,Thin basement membrane disease
Kidney Topics CKD Diet: How much protein is the right amount? If you have CKD, limit protein if not on dialysis and increase protein if on dialysis. Consult a dietitian for your specific protein needs.Diet and nutrition,Diet and meal planning,Food and drink,CKD diet,Protein
Kidney Topics Potasio Acerca del potasio Causas del desequilibrio Signos y sntomas Pruebas Resultados Tratamiento Nivel alto de potasio (hiperpotasemia) Limite los aliment...Diet and nutrition,Vitamins, nutrients, minerals, and supplements,Potassium
Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR)Tests and procedures,Blood tests,Glomerular filtration rate
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)Diseases and conditions,Signs and symptoms,Kidney diseases and conditions,Chronic kidney disease
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