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Metabolic syndrome and chronic kidney disease

Authors :
Singh, Ajay K.
Kari, Jameela A.
Source :
Current Opinion in Nephrology and Hypertension; March 2013, Vol. 22 Issue: 2 p198-203, 6p
Publication Year :
2013

Abstract

The association of the metabolic syndrome (MetS) with cardiovascular risk, mortality, type 2 diabetes mellitus, stroke, nonfatty liver disease and gout is well known. However, the association of the MetS with chronic kidney disease (CKD) is now emerging. This review discusses the epidemiology, pathology and potential mechanisms for the relationship of MetS with CKD.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10624821 and 14736543
Volume :
22
Issue :
2
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Current Opinion in Nephrology and Hypertension
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
ejs48671302
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1097/MNH.0b013e32835dda78