Advancements in Journal of Urology and Nephrology(AJUN)

Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red para Bio-engeniería, Biomateriales y Nanomedicina, Instituto de Salud Carlos III, Spain

Publications

• Research Article   
  Comparative Analysis of Chronic Kidney Disease Diagnosis and Management in Spain and Portugal: A Cross-Sectional Survey of Healthcare Professionals
  Author(s): Abel Mata-Lima* and José Javier Serrano-Olmedo
  
  Background: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a major global health burden, frequently underdiagnosed in early stages. Differences in healthcare systems may influence diagnostic and management pathways. This study compares CKD practices between Spain and Portugal. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among primary care physicians and nephrology professionals in Spain and Portugal. Qualitative responses were analyzed thematically and complemented with descriptive statistics. Results: Both countries reported substantial barriers to early CKD diagnosis. Training gaps were reported by 70% of respondents in Spain and 75% in Portugal, while communication barriers affected 65% and 70%, respectively. Late referral patterns were common in both settings. Portugal showed consistently higher perceived barriers across .. Read More»
  

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