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Review
. 2023 Jun 7;12(12):1581.
doi: 10.3390/cells12121581.

The Role of Inflammation in CKD

Saurav Prashant Kadatane  1 , Matthew Satariano  1 , Michael Massey  1 , Kai Mongan  1 , Rupesh Raina  2   3
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Review

The Role of Inflammation in CKD

Saurav Prashant Kadatane et al. Cells. .

Abstract

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects many adults worldwide. Persistent low-grade inflammation is a substantial factor in its development and progression and has correlated with increased mortality and cardiovascular problems. This low-grade inflammation is a product of dysregulation of the normal balance between pro- and anti-inflammatory markers. Various factors such as increased innate immune system activation, reactive oxygen species production, periodontal disease, dysregulation of anti-inflammatory systems and intestinal dysbiosis result in the dysregulation of this balance. Furthermore, this low-grade inflammation has down-effects such as hypertension, renal fibrosis and acceleration of renal function decline. Moreover, low-grade inflammation over time has been linked to malignancy in CKD. As CKD progresses, many patients require dialysis, which has a negative bidirectional relationship with persistent inflammation. Treatment options for inflammation in CKD are vast, including cytokine inhibitors, statins and diets. However, more research is needed to create a standardized management plan. In this review, we will examine the normal physiology of the kidney and its relationship with the immune system. We will then delve into the pathology behind persistent inflammation, the various causes of inflammation, the downstream effects of inflammation, dialysis and potential treatments for inflammation in CKD.

Keywords: chronic kidney disease; immune; inflammation.

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Conflict of interest statement

The authors declare no conflict of interest.

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This figure shows the various aspects of inflammation in CKD.
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