Global kidney disease

Herrera Añazco, Percy; Hernández, Adrian V.; Mezones-Holguín, Edward · Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas (UPC) (2014) · DOI: 10.1016/s0140-6736(13)62087-5

Resumen

We read with interest the Lancet Series on Global Kidney Disease. Valerie Luyckx and colleagues describe the economics and medical management of chronic kidney disease in sub-Saharan Africa.1 We note clear similarities with patients in Peru. Indeed, in Peru, the Ministry of Health (MINSA)—which covers 70% of the population—does not have a comprehensive programme for the management of patients with chronic kidney disease, including renal replacement therapies. However, the Social Security System (Essalud)—which covers 20% of the population—has a chronic kidney disease programme.

Instituciones: Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas