A Low Blood Pressure Target Prevented Kidney Failure in Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease

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Chronic kidney disease is a gradual and progressive loss of function in both kidneys. Many patients with chronic kidney disease have …

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  1. Ann Intern Med March 1, 2005 vol. 142 no. 5 I-42
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