| Theme | Trends of Chronic Dialysis and Kidney Transplantation in the World | |
|---|---|---|
| Title | Current state of dialysis in the world -- China, Taiwan | |
| Publish Date | 2007/02 | |
| Author | Mitsumine Fukui | Bosei-Tanashi Clinic |
| Author | Yasuhiko Tomino | Division of Nephrology, Department of Internal Medicine, Juntendo University School of Medicine |
| [ Summary ] | The current conditions related to dialysis, including renal transplantation in China, Taiwan and Japan are compared. According to published data from the United States Renal Data System, Taiwan showed the highest incidence of new dialysis patients due to end stage renal disease (ESRD) of any nation. There are distinct regional differences in conditions related to dialysis and financial problems, including the health insurance, especially in China. The major health problems are increases in the number of diabetes related and elderly patients. In the future, we would like to cooperate with health providers in China and Taiwan to prevent and treat chronic renal disease (CKD). | |