Prevalence of impaired renal function among rural and urban populations: findings of a cross-sectional study in Malawi.

ABSTRACT: Background: Sub-Saharan Africa faces region-specific risk factors for chronic kidney disease (CKD), such as nephrotoxic herbal medicines, antiretroviral therapy and infections, in addition to hypertension and diabetes. However, large epidemiological studies from this area are scarce. Methods: In a cross-sectional survey of non-communicable diseases, we conducted a prevalence sub-study of CKD in two Malawian populations. Study participants (N=5264) of 18 years of age and above were recruited and data on demographics and CKD risk factors were collected. Glomerular filtration rate was estimated (eGFR) using the CKD-EPI equation. Results: The prevalence of eGFR<60ml/min/1.73m ² was 1.4% (95% CI 1.1 - 1.7%) and eGFR<90ml/min/1.73m ² was 20.6% (95% CI 1

SUBMITTER: Nakanga WP 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6798316 | biostudies-literature | 2019

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature