Abstract
Diabetes-related end-stage renal disease (ESRD-DM) is a major source of morbidity and medical costs. The authors studied patterns of ESRD-DM in Missouri during the period 1985-1992. The incidence of ESRD-DM increased during this period, with the largest increase in older age groups. ESRD-DM is substantially more common among blacks than among whites. Enhanced efforts are needed to improve detection and control of diabetes and its complications, especially in high-risk populations.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 287-290 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Missouri Medicine |
Volume | 91 |
Issue number | 6 |
State | Published - Jun 1994 |