Nephrology, Internal Medicine and Kidney Diseases

Kidney diseases and cardiovascular health

Kidney diseases and cardiovascular health are closely linked, with kidney diseases increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and vice versa. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a significant risk factor for CVD, with CKD patients being more likely to die from CVD than to develop end-stage kidney disease. Conversely, CVD can lead to kidney damage and CKD. Common risk factors for both kidney diseases and CVD include diabetes, hypertension, and smoking. Management of modifiable risk factors, including control of blood pressure and blood glucose levels, can help prevent both kidney diseases and CVD. Therefore, it is important to address kidney and cardiovascular health together to improve outcomes for patients.