2023
DOI: 10.29333/ejgm/13517
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Awareness of chronic kidney disease and its risk factors in the former Soviet Union countries

Abstract: <b>Purpose:</b> Assessment of public knowledge of chronic kidney disease (CKD) is an essential step in<b> </b>development of CKD prevention and screening programs. Our aim was to estimate the level of public CKD knowledge and its predictors in the former Soviet Union countries using a validated questionnaire.<br /> <b>Materials and methods: </b>This cross-sectional survey was conducted in 10 countries using an adapted validated online questionnaire. Descriptive statist… Show more

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“…More effective preventive measures and public health interventions can curb disease onset, potentially leading to a decline in incidence. Increasing public awareness and educational campaigns promoting a healthy lifestyle and risk-reduction strategies can influence population behavior, thereby reducing the overall risk of new cases [13]. However, it is important to note that while an increase in incidence signifies poor disease prevention and management, the simultaneous increase in disease prevalence suggests that affected patients are living longer with the condition.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…More effective preventive measures and public health interventions can curb disease onset, potentially leading to a decline in incidence. Increasing public awareness and educational campaigns promoting a healthy lifestyle and risk-reduction strategies can influence population behavior, thereby reducing the overall risk of new cases [13]. However, it is important to note that while an increase in incidence signifies poor disease prevention and management, the simultaneous increase in disease prevalence suggests that affected patients are living longer with the condition.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%