Chronic kidney disease screening in primary care: a descriptive analysis of the Girona Sud health region.

ABSTRACT:

Aims

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a major global health concern, often underdiagnosed in primary care settings. This study aimed to assess CKD screening practices using estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) and urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio (UACR) among individuals in a primary care population in Girona Sud, Catalonia.

Methods

A cross-sectional analysis was conducted using anonymised electronic health records from Girona Sud primary care centres. We included active patients aged ≥ 15 years with a recorded medical history. Demographic, clinical, and laboratory data, including eGFR and UACR, were analysed. CKD was defined as eGFR < 60 ml/min/1.73 m² and/or UACR ≥ 30 mg/g. Descriptive and inferential statistical analyses were performed.

Results

Among the stu

SUBMITTER: Barrot-de la Puente J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12750594 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature