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Prevalence of Chronic Kidney Disease Risk Factors in Rural Tanzania: Insights From a Community-Based Screening in Kilombero.

Article C Peer reviewed Observational

Key takeaways

This study screened 374 adults in a rural area of Tanzania for risk factors of kidney disease. It looked at things like blood pressure and blood sugar. This is an observational study, so it shows a link but not proof of cause. It helps show how common these risks are in this specific community.

Who did this work

Lubomba W · Edward M · Justine J · Laizer Z · Pius A · Tibenderana J · Thomas C

Source

Article · PubMed, CKD progression and prevention · 2026 Sep 29
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42819563/