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BDNF-related biomarkers and cognitive impairment in chronic kidney disease: associations and machine learning-based discrimination analysis

Article C Peer reviewed Observational

Key takeaways

This study looked at 240 people with chronic kidney disease. It found a link between a brain protein called BDNF and memory problems. This is an observational study, so it shows a connection but not proof of cause.

Who did this work

Xiaoran Li (Taizhou Fourth People's Hospital) · Hong Qian (Taizhou University) · Wenwen Xiao (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)

Source

Article · OpenAlex, Kidney disease concept sweep (verified C2778653478) · 2026-10-21
https://doi.org/10.3389/fmed.2026.1951634