Reasons for Discontinuation of Lipid-Lowering Medications in Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease

摘要

Abstract Background/Aims: Many patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) do not receive lipid- lowering therapy despite their high cardiovascular risk. The reasons for this are unknown. Methods: We have conducted a retrospective cohort study of discontinuation of lipid-lower- ing drugs in patients with CKD stage 3 and higher treated in practices affiliated with two aca- demic medical centers between 2000 and 2010. Information on medication discontinuation and its reasons was o.