Prevention is less expensive than treatment in chronic kidney disease: a descriptive analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The prevalence of chronic kidney disease (CKD) is increasing worldwide, leading to great concern regarding costs, particularly in underdeveloped or developing countries. Estimating the costs of different CKD management approaches is necessary for planning public policies.

Objectives

To evaluate the costs of renal replacement therapy (RRT) and non-RRT treatment and to propose the screening for CKD in the Brazilian Health Care System (SUS).

Methods

This descriptive analysis was based on information from the Brazilian Health Ministry database, DATASUS (www.datasus.saude.gov.br), and scheduled payments approved by the SUS, including complementary exams related to CKD screening, diagnosis and treatment, recommended assessments by stages of CKD, and health prof

SUBMITTER: Alcalde PR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12683897 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan-Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature