Therapeutic Drug Use for CKD Patients

Chronic kidney disease (CKD), characterized as renal dysfunction, is recognized as a major public health problem with high morbidity and mortality worldwide. This study aimed to analyze the common drug use and combinations of different stages and types of CKD patients. The study is a multicenter retrospective study involving three hospitals. Investigators reviewed and analyzed all patients diagnosed with chronic kidney disease from July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2022. Chronic kidney disease was defined as eGFR less than 60 mL/min per 1·73 m(2) or the presence of albuminuria. The study selected seven types of drugs based on hospital electronic medical record data, including β Receptor blockers, angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor blockers, angiotensin II receptors, DPP-4 inhibitors, GLP-1 receptor agonists, SGLT2 inhibitors, and calcium channel blockers. Chi-square test, Mann-Whitney Wilcoxon test, and Kruskal Wallis test will be used for statistical analysis. The main purpose of this study is to provide evidence for promoting rational drug use in CKD patients by describing the drug use. The secondary purpose of the study is to explore the efficacy, safety and economy of SGLT-2 inhibitors in diabetes nephropathy (DN).