Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions
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Discuss the pathophysiology of chronic kidney disease (CKD), including the mechanisms that lead to progressive kidney damage and decline in renal function. How do factors such as hypertension, diabetes, and immune-mediated processes contribute to the development and progression of CKD?
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