Effect of Statins on Kidney Disease Outcomes: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

Volume: 67, Issue: 6, Pages: 881 - 892
Published: Jun 1, 2016
Abstract
BackgroundThe effects of statin administration on kidney disease outcomes remain controversial. We undertook a systematic review and meta-analysis to assess the efficacy of statins on kidney outcomes.Study DesignWe conducted a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) using MEDLINE (1946 to August 31, 2015), EMBASE (1966 to August 31, 2015), and the Cochrane Library database (no date restriction).Setting & PopulationAdults who were...
Paper Details
Title
Effect of Statins on Kidney Disease Outcomes: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Published Date
Jun 1, 2016
Volume
67
Issue
6
Pages
881 - 892
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