Social Determinants of Racial Disparities in CKD.
J Am Soc Nephrol
; 27(9): 2576-95, 2016 Sep.
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| ID: mdl-27178804
ABSTRACT
Significant disparities in CKD rates and outcomes exist between black and white Americans. Health disparities are defined as health differences that adversely affect disadvantaged populations, on the basis of one or more health outcomes. CKD is the complex result of genetic and environmental factors, reflecting the balance of nature and nurture. Social determinants of health have an important role as environmental components, especially for black populations, who are disproportionately disadvantaged. Understanding the social determinants of health and appreciating the underlying differences associated with meaningful clinical outcomes may help nephrologists treat all their patients with CKD in an optimal manner. Altering the social determinants of health, although difficult, may embody important policy and research efforts, with the ultimate goal of improving outcomes for patients with kidney diseases, and minimizing the disparities between groups.
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Assunto principal:
Grupos Raciais
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Disparidades nos Níveis de Saúde
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Insuficiência Renal Crônica
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Determinantes Sociais da Saúde
Tipo de estudo:
Prognostic_studies
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Humans
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En
Ano de publicação:
2016
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Article