Increased Arterial Stiffness is an Independent Predictor of Renal Function Decline in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Younger Than 60 Years [Kidney in Cardiovascular Disease]

ConclusionsAo‐PWV predicts eGFR decline, before the onset of advanced renal dysfunction, and is a potential target for renoprotection in younger patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Source: JAHA:Journal of the American Heart Association - March 30, 2017 Category: Cardiology Authors: Fountoulakis, N., Thakrar, C., Patel, K., Viberti, G., Gnudi, L., Karalliedde, J. Tags: Nephrology and Kidney, Vascular Disease Original Research Source Type: research