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Scientific Work

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a condition that gradually impairs kidney function, posing a serious threat to the health of millions worldwide. During the ongoing war in Ukraine, providing proper care to CKD patients has become an urgent challenge. To address this, a unique clinical study involving 120 patients with CKD was conducted.

The aim of the project was not only to better understand how CKD progresses in such extreme conditions, but also to develop new diagnostic and treatment methods that remain effective even with limited resources. The research included clinical examinations, laboratory testing, digital risk calculators, and quality of life assessments.

The findings revealed significant disruptions in the body’s function — especially in calcium-phosphorus balance, inflammation levels, and anemia. The newly developed treatment strategies proved more effective than previous approaches, reducing complications and helping stabilize patients’ conditions. For the first time in Ukraine, digital nephrobiopsy was piloted as a non-invasive method to evaluate kidney damage.

These technologies are ready for implementation in hospitals across the country — especially in frontline and resource-limited areas, where time and supplies are critical. This research not only saves lives, but also paves the way for a post-war transformation of Ukraine’s kidney care system.

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a condition that gradually impairs kidney function, posing a serious threat to the health of millions worldwide. During the ongoing war in Ukraine, providing proper care to CKD patients has become an urgent challenge. To address this, a unique clinical study involving 120 patients with CKD was conducted.

The aim of the project was not only to better understand how CKD progresses in such extreme conditions, but also to develop new diagnostic and treatment methods that remain effective even with limited resources. The research included clinical examinations, laboratory testing, digital risk calculators, and quality of life assessments.

The findings revealed significant disruptions in the body’s function — especially in calcium-phosphorus balance, inflammation levels, and anemia. The newly developed treatment strategies proved more effective than previous approaches, reducing complications and helping stabilize patients’ conditions. For the first time in Ukraine, digital nephrobiopsy was piloted as a non-invasive method to evaluate kidney damage.

These technologies are ready for implementation in hospitals across the country — especially in frontline and resource-limited areas, where time and supplies are critical. This research not only saves lives, but also paves the way for a post-war transformation of Ukraine’s kidney care system.