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Prevalence of chronic kidney disease in a Nigerian family practice population

Published in: South African Family Practice
Volume 51 , issue 2, pages: 132–137

DOI: 10.1080/20786204.2009.10873828

Author(s): MO AfolabiDepartment of Family Medicine, Nigeria, EA Abioye-KuteyiDepartment of General Medical Practice, Nigeria, FA ArogundadeDepartment of Medicine, Renal Unit, Nigeria, IS BelloDepartment of General Medical Practice, Nigeria,

Keywords: prevalence, chronic kidney disease, family practice, population, Nigeria,

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Background: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a global public health problem, with a greater burden and prohibitive cost of care particularly in developing countries. This study determined the prevalence of chronic kidney disease and identified its associated risk factors in patients attending the Family Practice Clinic, Wesley Guild Hospital, Ilesa, Nigeria.

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