To study the cutaneous manifestations in patients with CKD in Hadoti Region of Rajasthan.
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Science and Innovative Research (IJMSIR) - Year 2018, Vol 3, Issue 3
Abstract
Background- The chronic kidney disease (CKD) is defined as the presence of kidney damage or decreased level of kidney function for three months or more, irrespective of etiology. Methods- This study was undertaken to study the variety of cutaneous manifestations in chronic renal disease cases. 200 patients of CKD, were examined for skin changes. Results- The mean age was 44.7 ± 15.46 yrs (range 18-88). This study included 117 males (58.5%) and 83(41.5%) females with male to female ratio of 1.4:1. Most common etiology causing CKD was hypertension(93), to be followed by diabetes mellitus (42). Xerosis was the most common manifestation overall, seen in 75 males and 63 females. Pruritus was observed in57 patients in our study. It was seen in 37males and 20 (24.1%)females. Conclusion- Early recognition of these skin manifestations and prompt initiation of treatment can dramatically alter their course and even detect underlying renal disease.
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Suresh kumar Jain
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