Systematic evaluation of exposure to trace elements and minerals in patients with chronic kidney disease of uncertain etiology (CKDu) in Sri Lanka

Shanika Nanayakkara, Lala Senevirathna, Kouji H Harada, Rohana Chandrajith, Toshiaki Hitomi, Tilak Abeysekera, Eri Muso, Takao Watanabe, Akio Koizumi

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Abstract

Chronic kidney disease of uncertain etiology (CKDu) in areas in and around Sri Lanka’s North Central Province has been identified as a major non-communicable disease due to its high prevalence and the burden on the public health system. Controversial evidence relating to the etiology and risk factors of CKDu has been reported. The most debated is the role of trace elements such as Cd and As in the pathogenesis of CKDu.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)206-213
Number of pages8
JournalJournal of Trace Elements in Medicine and Biology
Volume54
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Jul 2019

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