Fast Five Quiz: Is Your Knowledge of Chronic Kidney Disease Sufficient?

Vecihi Batuman, MD; Patrick Rossignol, MD

July 21, 2022

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) encompasses all degrees of decreased renal function and/or albuminuria, from damaged/at risk through mild, moderate, and severe CKD. CKD is a progressive condition that affects > 10% of the general population worldwide, amounting to > 800 million individuals. In countries around the world, there is a rising incidence and prevalence of kidney failure, with poor outcomes and high cost. CKD is one of the leading causes of mortality worldwide, and it is one of a small number of noncommunicable diseases that have shown an increase in associated deaths over the past 2 decades. The high number of affected individuals and the significant adverse impact of CKD highlight the importance of effective prevention and treatment to improve outcomes.

How much do you know about CKD? Check your knowledge with this quick quiz.

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Cite this: Vecihi Batuman, Patrick Rossignol. Fast Five Quiz: Is Your Knowledge of Chronic Kidney Disease Sufficient? - Medscape - Jul 21, 2022.

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