Educational Resources on CKD and Type 2 Diabetes Management

Author(s):

Rajiv Agarwal, MD,Mark A. Meeker, DO, FACP, CPE

Key Takeaways

Identifying at-risk patients for CKD in Type 2 Diabetes involves assessing hypertension, family history, and blood glucose levels.
Screening tests for CKD include eGFR and UACR, essential for early detection in diabetic patients.
Early CKD detection allows timely intervention, slowing disease progression and reducing cardiovascular risks.
CKD is a significant risk factor for heart failure, highlighting the importance of early detection for cardiovascular risk management.

Panelists discuss how health care providers can effectively utilize white papers and other tools in practice, as well as additional resources available for further learning about chronic kidney disease (CKD) and type 2 diabetes management.

In practice, how can health care providers effectively use white papers and other tools?
What additional resources are available for further learning about CKD and Type 2 diabetes management?