Anemia is a state in which circulating red blood cells are below the normal level. In the case of chronic kidney disease (CKD), the kidney is unable to make enough erythropoietin. Lack of erythropoietin is a major cause of anemia in chronic kidney disease. Hence, the management of anemia in CKD becomes utmost necessary.
This clinical practice guideline provides recommendations on diagnosis, evaluation, management, and treatment for CKD patient who is suffering from or at the risk of anemia. The guideline covers the management of anemia in non-dialysis, dialysis, kidney transplant recipients and children. List of Chapters in the Guideline Chapter 1: Diagnosis and evaluation of anemia in CKD TESTING FOR ANEMIA Frequency of testing for anemia Diagnosis of anemia Investigation of anemia Chapter 2: Use of iron to treat anemia in CKD Treatment with iron agents Iron status evaluation Cautions…
