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Key take away from updated ISN 2025 guideline

 |  Dr. Vijay Shankar  |  305 Views

An evolving approach to anemia management in chronic kidney disease emphasizes individualized, stage-specific care with a focus on early detection and risk-based treatment strategies. Correction of iron deficiency and underlying inflammation is prioritized before initiating or adjusting E therapy. Maintaining a safe hemoglobin target range is essential to balance therapeutic benefits and cardiovascular safety. Long-acting agents such as D are preferred due to less frequent dosing, improved patient adherence, and reduced variability in hemoglobin levels compared to short-acting options. Iron supplementation remains a foundational component, administered based on disease stage and patient tolerance. Newer therapeutic classes like H show potential but require close monitoring for safety. Overall, management aims to minimize transfusion needs and optimize long-term clinical outcomes through structured monitoring.[1][2]

Reference(s):

1. https://karger.com/crm/article-abstract/2/1/18/97276/Low-Dose-Treatment-with-Erythropoiesis-Stimulating?redirectedFrom=fulltext

2. https://www.theisn.org/blog/2026/01/12/isn-journal-summaries-on-anemia-in-ckd-and-urine-dipstick-testing/