2022
DOI: 10.32932/pjnh.2022.03.170
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Low income is associated with late nephrology referral in Portugal: A retrospective study

Abstract: Introduction: Social disparities in chronic kidney disease are a reality. Low socioeconomic status is associated with increased incidence of chronic kidney disease and overall worse outcomes. In Portugal, similarly to many European countries, a National Health System was established to provide equity in healthcare access, but its impact in specialized chronic kidney disease care is unclear. This study aims to compare the effects of economic insufficiency in referral and overall specialized kidney care in a Por… Show more

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