Contribution to Book
Dietary Paradoxes to Optimize Cardiovascular Risk Management in Chronic Kidney Disease
The Kidney in Heart Failure
(2012)
Abstract
While the medical community is faced with a burgeoning epidemic of chronic kidney disease (CKD), the stark reality is that the majority of patients with early stages of CKD never reach end-stage renal disease (ESRD). Patients with CKD are far more likely to die of cardiovascular-related complications, leading to the generalized acceptance of CKD as a major independent risk factor for CVD. Yet despite being among the highest risk group for developing CVD, dietary guidelines for reducing CV risk are scant and evidence-based recommendations are lacking. Heart healthy guidelines for the general population often contradict dietary recommendations for the CKD setting and have potential to increase risk of certain metabolic complications. In this chapter, specific controversies of the “heart healthy” diet and how they may be reconciled in the patient with underlying renal disease are discussed. An integrated dietary approach to reduce CVD risk specifically in the CKD population is presented.
Keywords
- Chronic Kidney Disease,
- Glomerular Filtration Rate,
- Coronary Artery Calcification,
- Chronic Kidney Disease Patient,
- Vascular Calcification
Disciplines
Publication Date
2012
Editor
George L. Bakris
Publisher
Springer
ISBN
978-1-4614-3693-5
DOI
10.1007/978-1-4614-3694-2_15
Publisher Statement
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a recognized risk factor for cardiovascular events and death. The coexistence of CKD and heart failure is increasing in prevalence worldwide and requires a unique and subtle approach to patient management.
The Kidney in Heart Failure focuses on the changes that occur in kidney physiology as a function of a failing heart. This comprehensive resource covers epidemiology, pathophysiology, management of kidney disorders and advances in nephropathy management. In addition, the latest therapies, common heart failure dilemmas and kidney disease markers are included. Each chapter is co-authored by a Nephrologist and Cardiologist, offering a unified perspective to these chronic conditions.
This indispensible volume provides the reader with the depth-of-knowledge needed for assessing and treating the cardio renal patient.
Citation Information
Raghu V. Durvasula and Katherine R. Tuttle. "Dietary Paradoxes to Optimize Cardiovascular Risk Management in Chronic Kidney Disease" Boston, MAThe Kidney in Heart Failure (2012) p. 213 - 237 Available at: http://works.bepress.com/katherine-tuttle/92/