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Kidney Week

Educational Symposium

Advances in Inflammation Mechanisms and Therapies to Reduce Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease in Persons with Kidney Diseases

October 25, 2024 | 06:45 AM - 07:45 AM

Location: TBD, Marriott Marquis

Session Description

The leading cause of morbidity and mortality globally is atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) related conditions, according to the American College of Cardiology. Systemic inflammation is linked to the development of atherosclerosis. Kidney diseases are associated with upregulation of inflammatory pathways, and inflammation may be an important mechanism in ASCVD and a novel therapeutic target in persons with kidney diseases.

This symposium addresses the pathophysiology of immune response, inflammatory risk, and anti-inflammatory treatments in patients with kidney diseases.

Support is provided by an educational grant from Novo Nordisk.

Learning Objective(s)

  • Describe the pathophysiology of immune response in patients with kidney diseases
  • Explain the intersection of inflammatory risk for atherosclerosis in kidney diseases
  • Discuss current and emerging anti-inflammatory treatments in patients with kidney diseases

Learning Pathway(s)

  • Hypertension and Cardiorenal Disorders
  • CKD Non-Dialysis

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