Medical experts have developed a classification system for diabetic nephropathy, according to a recent article published by ScienceDaily.
This is important because diabetic nephropathy is the number one cause of complete kidney failure. Groups of experts from 16 universities in seven countries helped to create the guidelines for the system. The hope is that now that such a system is in place, it will help researchers understand the disease better.
While researchers still have many questions about the progression of the condition, they say such a system can help improve communication between those in the healthcare field, as well as lead to better patient care and more effective research and studies. The guidelines will categorize the condition by degrees of severity, making it easier for workers in the medical field to identify the stage of diabetic nephropathy.
Without such standards, it is difficult to get a grip on the condition, which can lead to death.
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