Browsing Faculty of Health Sciences by Subject "Chronic kidney disease"
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Cardiovascular proteomics
(Elsevier, 2020)Cardiovascular diseases are the major cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. They develop over long periods of time, and are typically caused by multiple factors, and interaction with the environment. Proteomics allows ... -
Investigation of the coexistence of CKD and non-communicable chronic diseases in a PBM company in South Africa
(Taylor & Francis, 2016)Background: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a public health problem, with increasing global prevalence. Several factors could influence the prognosis of CKD, including comorbid chronic conditions. This study investigated ... -
Prescribing patterns of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in chronic kidney disease patients in the South African private sector
(Springer, 2016)Background Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are among the most commonly used pharmaceutical agents worldwide. NSAIDs are considered nephrotoxic and should therefore be used with caution or be avoided completely ... -
Vitamin K dependent protection of renal function in multi-ethnic population studies
(Elsevier, 2016)Background: Following activation by vitamin K (VK), matrix Gla protein (MGP) inhibits arterial calcification, but its role in preserving renal function remains unknown. Methods: In 1166white Flemish (mean age, 38.2 years) ...
