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Chronic kidney disease in women and men: Exploring differences by sex, gender and ethnicity

Research output: PhD Thesis › Phd-Thesis - Research and graduation internal

Abstract

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a progressive disease that affects millions worldwide. Prior studies in Europe and the Netherlands show that women generally have a higher prevalence of CKD compared to men. Meanwhile, men often experience faster kidney function decline and CKD progression compared to women. Women and men from ethnic minority groups have been
Original languageEnglish
QualificationDoctor of Philosophy
Awarding Institution
  • Universiteit van Amsterdam
Supervisors/Advisors
  • van Valkengoed, Irene, Supervisor
  • Vogt, L, Supervisor
  • Stel, Vianda, Co-supervisor
Award date25 Feb 2026
Publication statusPublished - 2026

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

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