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A Comparison of the 2009 CKD-EPI and EKFC Equations for Estimating GFR in a Large Italian Outpatient Cohort, and the Potential Consequences for Patients’ Management

Article C Peer reviewed Observational

Key takeaways

This study compared two math formulas used to estimate kidney function. It looked at a large group of patients in Italy. It found that the newer formula may be more accurate for some age groups. This helps doctors make better decisions about care.

Who did this work

Dino Gibertoni (IRCCS Azienda Ospedliero-Universitaria di Bologna Policlinico di Sant'Orsola) · Luca Camparini (Azienda Sanitaria Unità Locale di Reggio Emilia) · Mariacristina Gregorini (Azienda Sanitaria Unità Locale di Reggio Emilia) · Marcora Mandreoli · Antonio Santoro

Source

Article · OpenAlex, CKD works · 2026-09-22
https://doi.org/10.54103/2282-0930/32192