| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3849616 | American Journal of Kidney Diseases | 2010 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Low serum bicarbonate level was associated with increased risk of long-term outcomes in nondiabetic patients with CKD. However, this risk is not independent of baseline GFR. Clinical trials are necessary to evaluate whether bicarbonate supplementation slows the progression of CKD.
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Authors
Vandana MD, PhD, Hocine MS, Nubia Smith BS, Gerald J. PhD, John W. PhD, Allan J. MD, Tom PhD, Mark J. MD, MS,