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The incidence of obesity-related glomerulopathy has increased ten-fold in recent years.
Increased awareness and screening for kidney issues in obese patients is essential.
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The incidence of obesity-related glomerulopathy has increased ten-fold in recent years.
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Obesity and Kidney Disease: Hidden Consequences of the Epidemic
Csaba P. Kövesdy et al. · Nephrology - Open Journal · 2017
DOI 10.17140/npoj-3-e007
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