Effects of Statins on Renal Outcome in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Autor: Sikarin Upala, Patompong Ungprasert, Anawin Sanguankeo, Eric L. Knight, Wisit Cheungpasitporn
Rok vydání: 2015
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Zdroj: PLoS ONE, Vol 10, Iss 7, p e0132970 (2015)
PLoS ONE
DOI: 10.7916/d8cn73ct
Popis: Background: HMG CoA reductase inhibitors (statins) are known to prevent cardiovascular disease and improve lipid profiles. However, the effects of statins on renal outcomes, including decline in estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) and proteinuria in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD), are controversial. This meta-analysis evaluated the impact of statins on renal outcomes in patients with CKD. Materials and Methods: We comprehensively searched the databases of MEDLINE, EMBASE, and Cochrane Databases. The inclusion criteria were published RCT and cohort studies comparing statin therapy to placebo or active controls in patients with CKD (eGFR
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