Hospital Clínica de Valencia develops an algorithm for the early detection of chronic kidney disease

He Clinical Hospital of the University of Valencia developed algorithm for early detection of chronic kidney diseasea condition that affects kidney function and which, if not diagnosed and treated promptly, may lead to the need for dialysis or transplantation. This project, led by Hospital Nephrology Service and Clinical Analysis Laboratorywas awarded Clinical Research Award from the Iñigo Alvarez de Toledo Kidney Foundation (FRIAT).

Chronic kidney disease is known for its no pain or symptoms in the early stageswhat is he doing difficult early diagnosis. However, through the development of this algorithm, based on a clinical decision support system, it is possible to identify high-risk patients, such as those with type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity or people over 65 years of age. age. This achieves early detection, which can improve patient prognoses.

Work algorithm

When a primary care physician (PC) requests testing for a patient with any of these risk factors, The system automatically detects this condition and adds special screening options for chronic kidney disease.without any additional requests from the professional. José Luis Gorriz, head of the hospital’s nephrology service, explained that the process done in less than a secondand when the doctor receives the test results, he already has additional information to assess the patient’s kidney function.

One of the most important characteristics of the system is that it not only detects the disease, but also divides patients into three risk categories: low, medium and high.. This classification allows doctors adjust treatment and observation according to the needs of each patient. In cases of high risk or disease progression, the system automatically sends an email to a nephrologist who reviews the case and decides whether to schedule a personal consultation or make specific recommendations to the treating physician.

Facilitates the work of the doctor’s PC

Enrique Rodriguez, Head of Department Hospital Clinical Analysis Laboratorynoted that This system makes the work of a PC doctor easier.since this is done automatically and does not represent an additional cost in your daily work.

The development of this algorithm has direct impact on improving the quality of life of patientsas this allows for early intervention which can delay or even prevent progression of the disease to advanced stages. In addition, this system promotes reduction in health care costsbecause preventing the progression of chronic kidney disease reduces the need for expensive treatments such as dialysis or kidney transplantation.

“Acting early with this detection system not only improves the prognosis of people who have risk factors or kidney disease and delays its onset, but also improves patients’ quality of life and significantly reduces costs in the healthcare systemGorris said.

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