Chronic kidney disease

What is chronic kidney disease?

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is the occurrence of kidney damage and/or reduced kidney function, lasting for at least three months.  In severe cases, kidney function may deteriorate so much that, if untreated, the person will die within a few weeks.  This is called 'end-stage kidney disease' (ESKD).  People with ESKD require kidney replacement therapy - dialysis or kidney transplant - to survive.

Monitoring chronic kidney disease in Australia

The National Centre for Monitoring Chronic Kidney Disease at the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare monitors major aspects of chronic kidney disease in Australia including its risk factors, epidemiology, health care (including prevention and treatment) and impact.

More information:

Key facts about chronic kidney disease in Australia

Publications showing detailed statistics (free full text)

About the National Centre for Monitoring Chronic Kidney Disease

The Chronic Kidney Disease Monitoring Advisory Committee

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