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01-06-2009 | Guidelines
Chapter 2. Definition and classification of CKD
Published in: Clinical and Experimental Nephrology | Issue 3/2009
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CKD is diagnosed either by proteinuria (including microalbuminuria) or decreased kidney function (glomerular filtration rate, GFR).
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CKD stages are classified according to the estimated GFR (eGFR).
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CKD should be properly treated depending on its stage.