Challenges in Diagnosis and Management of Glomerular Disease in Resource-Limited Settings.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Glomerular diseases are the leading drivers of nondiabetic chronic kidney disease disability-adjusted life years in resource-limited countries. Proper diagnosis and treatment relies on resources including kidney biopsy, ancillary testing, and access to evidence-based therapies.

Methods

We conducted a cross-sectional internet-based survey cascaded through society mailing lists among nephrologists in countries of Asia, Africa, and Eastern Europe. We collected the data on respondent demographics, their ability to perform and appropriately interpret a kidney biopsy, and their access to complementary investigations and treatment practices.

Results

A total of 298 kidney care specialists from 33 countries (53.3% from Asia and 44.6% from Africa; 64% from academic

SUBMITTER: Ramachandran R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9546742 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature