Risk Factor Reduction

  • An example of the deleterious effect of anemia on survival in patients with congestive heart failure is noted here. Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a frequent cause of anemia in these patients.  As hemoglobin decreases (horizontal axis), 1-year mortality risk increases (vertical axis):

The following is from the National Kidney Foundation’s Guidelines for the care of patients with chronic kidney disease (KDOQI).

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  • Mission Statement

    Denver Nephrology's mission is to provide the highest quality, most comprehensive and up-to-date care for patients with kidney disease in a courteous, respectful and timely manner.