| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3849281 | American Journal of Kidney Diseases | 2012 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Lower kidney function, estimated using cystatin C level, was associated with a linear and graded risk of infection-related hospitalization. These findings highlight that even moderate degrees of decreased kidney function are associated with clinically significant higher risks of serious infection in older individuals.
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Authors
Lorien S. MD, MPH, Ronit DPhil, Bryan MD, MS, Ian H. MD, MS, Linda MD, MPH, Mark J. MD, MS, Michael G. MD, MPH,