What is chronic kidney disease?
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is among the most challenging conditions to human health globally, one that’s predicted to become even more common as the population ages.
One in 10 Australians adults have at least one sign of CKD and for some, the disease will progress to kidney failure where dialysis or a kidney transplant is needed to sustain life.
CKD can have an overwhelming impact on people’s lives due to its distressing symptoms and changes needed to everyday life, such as spending time undergoing dialysis.
What are we doing about it?
Findings from our research have been put into practice in hospitals Australia-wide, providing benefits for many CKD patients.
Our team conducts research that helps people with CKD stay well and have the best quality of life possible.
We’re a collaborative group of researchers, healthcare professionals and postgraduate students who combine cutting-edge academic research with real-world experience treating CKD.
Our research comprises:
- Improving outcomes along the trajectory of CKD: slowing disease progression, kidney replacement therapies and end-of-life care
- Developing and testing innovative ways to support people with advanced CKD
- Understanding and treating symptoms of CKD, such as fatigue
- Providing education and support to prevent CKD progression
- Forming links between different parts of the health system to improve service delivery.