Abstract: TH-PO232
Cardionephrology Clinic for Comprehensive Care of Patients with CKD and Cardiovascular Disease: A Promising Opportunity
Session Information
- Hypertension and CVD: Clinical - I
November 02, 2023 | Location: Exhibit Hall, Pennsylvania Convention Center
Abstract Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Category: Hypertension and CVD
- 1602 Hypertension and CVD: Clinical
Authors
- Consuegra-Flores, Sebastian, Instituto Nacional de Ciencias Medicas y Nutricion Salvador Zubiran, Ciudad de Mexico, Ciudad de México, Mexico
- Cuellar-Gonzalez, Fernando A., Instituto Nacional de Ciencias Medicas y Nutricion Salvador Zubiran, Ciudad de Mexico, Ciudad de México, Mexico
- Arvizu Hernández, Mauricio, Instituto Nacional de Ciencias Medicas y Nutricion Salvador Zubiran, Ciudad de Mexico, Ciudad de México, Mexico
Background
The coexistence of CKD and CV disease poses significant challenges in patient management, CV disease is the leading cause of mortality among CKD patients. This study aims to describe the establishment of a specialized cardio-nephrology clinic and report the initial and follow up results.
Methods
Since 2022, the cardio-nephrology clinic has been established, involving the participation of a nephrologist, cardiologist, nephrology fellows, medical students, and a nutritionist. Together, we conduct simultaneous clinical evaluations of patients using ultrasound (VEXUs) and bioimpedance. The clinic aims to enhance care, optimize pharmacological and non-pharmacological management, reduce hospitalizations, slow disease progression, and ultimately improve patient outcomes.
Results
50 patients completed one year follow-up, 30 (60%) being male, mean age of 43.8±13.5 yrs. The baseline and outcomes of the patients are presented in Table 1.
Conclusion
The establishment of a specialized cardio-nephrology clinic offers comprehensive management and care for pts. living with CKD and CVD. The clinic aims to reduce the risk of complications and improve long-term prognosis for these patients. In addition, nearly all of these patients have experienced successful outcomes, including effective management of their comorbidities and the utilization of appropriate medications and overall clinical improvement. As a result, patients experience an enhanced quality of life.