Cardio-Kidney Metabolic
This continuous medical education series is proudly made possible by Bayer. Original activities was CPD accredited for South African Health Care Professionals only.
Integrated case-based management of CKD in T2DM
by Dr Alkesh Magan & Associate Professor Feziwe Bisiwe
Many people with type 2 diabetes (T2DM) are unaware of their increased risk of developing chronic kidney disease (CKD) and its implications for their future health. CKD affects ~40% of people with T2DM and it is the most common cause of kidney failure requiring dialysis or transplant globally.
Rethinking kidney care in T2DM patients
by Prof Zaheer Bayat
Clinicians in South Africa will need to drastically increase the time they allocate to the management of patients living with diabetes (PLWD) in their daily practice as type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) prevalence is set to double in the next two decades across the country.
The hidden epidemic of diabetic kidney disease
by Associate Professor Nicola Wearne
There is an urgent need to focus on screening programmes and implementation of appropriate therapy to detect kidney disease early and thereby prevent its progression. The unfortunate reality is that most chronic kidney disease (CKD) is asymptomatic until approximately 75% of kidney function is lost and, moreover, advanced CKD cannot be reversed.
Nutrition throughout the pregnancy journey
by Professor Gian Carlo Di Renzo & Dr Zigor Campos Goenaga
Nutrition before and during pregnancy is vital to maternal wellbeing and healthy child outcomes. This symposium explored practical approaches to nutrition assessment, healthy weight management, food safety, and micronutrient supplementation to identify and address deficiencies early.