Consequences of Not Undergoing Kidney Screening

Kidney damage may progress unnoticed, as many patients remain symptom-free until advanced stages.

1. Progression to Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and Kidney Failure

• Gradual loss of kidney function
• End-stage kidney disease requiring dialysis or kidney transplantation

2. Kidney-Related Complications

• Uncontrolled high blood pressure
• Fluid retention and swelling
• Electrolyte imbalances
• Anemia
• Bone disease and increased risk of fractures

3. Cardiovascular Complications

• Heart attack
• Heart failure
• Stroke

Diseases/Conditions Undetectable Without Routine Tests

• Chronic kidney disease (CKD)
• Acute kidney injury (AKI)
• Hypertension-related kidney damage
• Diabetic kidney disease
• Glomerulonephritis
• Nephrotic syndrome
• Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
• Kidney stones
• Pregnancy-related complications (e.g., preeclampsia)

Undetected Disease → Consequences

• Diabetic kidney disease → CKD → Kidney failure
• Glomerulonephritis → CKD → Dialysis
• Hypertensive kidney damage → Reduced kidney function → Cardiovascular complications