Renal "hyperfiltrators" are at elevated risk of death and chronic diseases
BMC NEPHROLOGY, vol.15, 2014 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)
- Publication Type: Article / Article
- Volume: 15
- Publication Date: 2014
- Doi Number: 10.1186/1471-2369-15-160
- Journal Name: BMC NEPHROLOGY
- Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
- Istanbul University Affiliated: Yes
Abstract
Background: The definition of glomerular hyperfiltration has not been agreed upon and the pathophysiological mechanisms have not been well explored. Low serum creatinine concentrations may be associated with increased risk of coronary heart disease (CHD) or cardiopulmonary events the impact of which needs further study.