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Chronic Kidney Disease Treatment
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Lifestyle Modifications
To help patients remain as healthy as possible, reduce the strain on kidneys, and control underlying conditions.
- Dietary Management· Low-sodium diet to control blood pressure and fluid retention· Protein-controlled diet to reduce kidney workload· Managing potassium and phosphate intake
- Regular Physical Activity· Moderate exercise to improve cardiovascular health and overall well-being· Weight management to reduce strain on kidneys
- Smoking Cessation and Alcohol Moderation· Eliminating smoking to protect blood vessels and kidney function· Limiting alcohol intake to reduce kidney stress
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Medicinal Treatment
To control associated problems, slow the progression of kidney damage, and manage symptoms.
- Blood Pressure Control· ACE inhibitors or ARBs to protect kidneys and lower blood pressure· Diuretics to manage fluid retention and swelling
- Diabetes Management· Insulin or oral hypoglycemic agents to maintain blood glucose levels within target range
- Cholesterol Management· Statins to lower high cholesterol and reduce cardiovascular risk
- Anemia Management· Erythropoiesis-stimulating agents (ESAs) and iron supplements to treat anemia common in CKD
- Bone and Mineral Disorder Management· Phosphate binders and vitamin D supplements to control calcium and phosphate levels
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Surgical Treatment
To replace kidney function in advanced CKD (kidney failure) or manage severe complications.
- Dialysis· Hemodialysis: Using a machine to filter blood outside the body, often requiring vascular access (AV fistula or graft)· Peritoneal Dialysis: Using the lining of the abdomen (peritoneum) to filter blood inside the body, requiring a catheter insertion
- Kidney Transplant· Surgical placement of a healthy kidney from a deceased or living donor into the recipient's body· Requires lifelong immunosuppressive medication
- Vascular Access Procedures· Creation of an arteriovenous (AV) fistula or placement of an AV graft for hemodialysis access
- Parathyroidectomy· Surgical removal of overactive parathyroid glands in cases of severe secondary hyperparathyroidism
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