Anemia is a well-known complication of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and associated with progression of CKD, poor quality of life, and increase in morbidity and mortality. The mechanism of anemia in CKD is multifactorial. Erythropoietin deficiency from reduced renal mass, iron and nutritional deficiencies, various pro-inflammatory mediators are commonly elevated in CKD.
These may affect the erythropoiesis in CKD. Erythropoietin deficiency from reduced renal mass, iron and nutritional deficiencies, various pro-inflammatory mediators are commonly elevated in CKD. This video talks about " Anemia in CKD."
