Abstract
In the US, diabetic nephropathy accounts for the majority of chronic kidney disease (CKD). It contributes significantly to morbidity and mortality among the diabetic population1,2and accounts for approximately 40% of patients with end-stage renal disease.3The earliest manifestation of renal involvement in diabetes is the presence of microalbuminuria, as defined by urine albumin excretion of 30–300mg/day.4Progression to overt proteinuria (urine albumin excretion greater than 300mg/day) and diabetic nephropathy occur more frequently in those with poor glycemic control, glomerular hyperfiltration, and hypertension.5
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