KNOW-Ped CKD (KoreaN cohort study for outcomes in patients with pediatric CKD): Design and methods.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The global prevalence of chronic kidney disease (CKD) is increasing. In children, CKD exhibits unique etiologies and can have serious impacts on children's growth and development. Therefore, an aggressive approach to preventing the progression of CKD and its complications is imperative. To improve the understanding and management of Asian pediatric patients with CKD, we designed and launched KNOW-Ped CKD (KoreaN cohort study for Outcome in patients With Pediatric Chronic Kidney Disease), a nationwide, prospective, and observational cohort study of pediatric CKD with funding from the Korean government.

Methods/design

From seven major centers, 450 patients <20 years of age with CKD stages I to V are recruited for the comprehensive assessment of clinical findings, st

SUBMITTER: Kang HG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4807586 | biostudies-literature | 2016 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature