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Kidney disease of unknown origin spreads in US. Who is at risk?

Kidney disease of unknown origin spreads in US. Who is at risk?

Summary

A type of kidney disease called CKDu is spreading in the United States. This disease affects people who do not have the usual risks like high blood pressure or diabetes.

Key Facts

  • CKDu stands for Chronic Kidney Disease of unknown origin.
  • People with CKDu do not have common risk factors such as hypertension (high blood pressure) or diabetes.
  • The cause of this kidney disease is not yet clear.
  • It is spreading within the US population.
  • CKDu differs from typical kidney disease in how it develops and who it affects.
  • More research is needed to identify who is at risk and why the disease is spreading.
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