Half of Chronic Kidney Disease Cases Remain Undiagnosed Globally

A global team of researchers reports that up to half of all chronic kidney disease (CKD) cases remain undiagnosed, contributing to the condition’s status as the ninth leading cause of death worldwide. In a series of papers published in *The Lancet*, experts state that the widespread underdiagnosis of the disease poses a significant risk to millions of patients and suggest that increased use of a simple urine test could improve detection rates.

The research highlights the urgent need for a renewed focus on both the diagnosis and treatment of the condition. By utilizing accessible diagnostic tools, health care providers could identify patients earlier in the progression of the disease. The findings emphasize that addressing these gaps in screening is essential to managing the global health burden of CKD, which currently affects a large portion of the population without their knowledge.

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Date: June 3, 2026

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