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[Jankowska M] Department of Nephrology, Transplantology and Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Gdansk, Gdańsk, Poland. [Soler MJ] Servei de Nefrologia, Vall d’Hebron Hospital Universitari, Barcelona, Spain. Grup de Nefrologia i Trasplantament Renal, Vall d’Hebron Institut de Recerca (VHIR), Barcelona, Spain. [Stevens KI] The Renal and Transplant Unit, Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Glasgow, UK. [Torra R] Inherited Kidney Diseases, Nephrology Department, Fundació Puigvert, Institut d’Investigacions Biomèdiques Sant Pau (IIB-Sant Pau), Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain

Vall d'Hebron Barcelona Hospital Campus

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2024-01-08T10:43:36Z

2024-01-08T10:43:36Z

2023-12



Abstract

Disparity; Pharmacokinetics; Women


Disparidad; Farmacocinética; Mujeres


Disparitat; Farmacocinètica; Dones


Throughout the history of nephrology, little attention has been paid to the sex and gender differences in kidney disease. This lack of awareness prevents optimal diagnosis and management of kidney disease. In today's world of precision medicine, it is imperative to appreciate the differential factors regarding gender and kidney disease. This editorial summarizes the up-to-date literature regarding sex and gender differences in kidney disease and considers areas where knowledge is incomplete and where further research is needed. We address sex-specific effects on chronic kidney disease epidemiology; risks of dialysis underdosing and medication overdosing in women; unexplained loss of female sex advantage in life expectancy during dialysis, and impact of sex on diagnosis and management of genetic kidney disease. We also aim to highlight the impact of gender on kidney health and raise awareness of disparities that may be faced by women, and transgender and gender-diverse persons when a male-model approach is used by healthcare systems. By understanding the link between sex and kidney disease, kidney specialists can improve the care and outcomes of their patients. In addition, research on this topic can inform the development of targeted prevention and intervention strategies that address the specific needs and risk factors of different populations.

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Article


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Language

English

Publisher

Oxford University Press

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