How many people are estimated to have chronic kidney disease in the UK?

Chronic kidney disease affects a significant portion of the population. It is often not diagnosed until mid-late stages of kidney disease due to lack of symptoms.

On average, how long does a kidney transplant last?

When patients reach kidney failure (15% or less kidney function) they require either dialysis or a transplant to stay alive.

What percentage of UK adults do NOT know where their kidneys are located?

Greater awareness around kidney health can help early diagnosis and prevention.

In a recent list of the most common causes of death worldwide, where does kidney disease rank?

Kidney disease is a growing health concern worldwide, with late diagnosis and lack of treatments having serious consequences.

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Here are the answers to the questions:

Question 1

How many people are estimated to have chronic kidney disease in the UK?

Answer: 7.2 million

Question 2

On average, how long does a kidney transplant last?

Answer 2: 20 years

Question 3

What percentage of UK adults do NOT know where their kidneys are located?

Answer: 81%

Question 4

In a recent list of the most common causes of death worldwide, where does kidney disease rank?

Answer: 9th

 

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