Clin Res Hepatol Gastroenterol
October 2024
Background And Study Aims: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a well-known risk factor of gastrointestinal angiectasia (GIA). The aim was to compare this population with CDK patients without GIA.
Methods: Patients followed in the Nephrology Department of Tenon Hospital for which an endoscopy was performed between 2012 and 2022 were identified.
Chronic Kidney Disease associated Pruritus (CKD-aP) is a well-established and frequent complication observed in patient with CKD, especially in dialysis patients. However, the management of CKD-aP remains a challenge as the pathophysiology and research studies are too small. Finally, there are a few proposed treatment options with significant clinical benefits.
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