Anemia is a common complication of chronic kidney disease (CKD), develops early, and worsens as CKD progresses. The Renal Anemia Management Period (RAMP) promoted an early identi?cation and treatment of CKD-related anemia to prevent serious consequences.

The article below described association between Anemia and Chronic Kidney Disease. CKD arises as a consequence of diabetes mellitus, hypertensive nephrosclerosis, chronic glomerulonephritis, polycystic kidney disease, and a host of other disorders. Anemia is a common complication of CKD, mainly due to the inability of the kidneys to secrete enough erythropoietin to stimulate adequate hematopoiesis.

Anemia often develops early in the course of CKD, well before the onset of end state renal disease then worsens as CKD progresses. There are sections about Consequences of CKD-Related Anemia, recommendation in early identification of anemia, Referral concerns, and Bene?cial Effects of Anemia Management. Figures about Renal Anemic Management Period and Anemia Work-Up Diagrams for CKD Patients also provided in clear explanation.

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