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Pentoxifylline for renoprotection in diabetic nephropathy: the PREDIAN study. Rationale and basal results.
Journal of diabetes and its complications - 1 Jan 2000
Navarro-González Juan F, Muros Mercedes, Mora-Fernández Carmen, Herrera Haridian, Meneses Beatriz, García Javier
Abstract excerpt
STATEMENTS OF THE PROBLEM: Diabetic nephropathy (DN) is the main cause of end-stage renal disease (ESRD). Renin-angiotensin system (RAS) blockade is the standard of care; however, a significant proportion of patients progress to ESRD. Pentoxifylline (PTF) possesses properties suggesting potential renoprotective efficacy. The aim of the Pentoxifylline for Renoprotection in Diabetic Nephropathy (PREDIAN) study is...
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