What are the Health Implications of Microalbuminuria?
Microalbuminuria is associated with several adverse health outcomes, including:
1. Progression to Chronic Kidney Disease: Persistent microalbuminuria can lead to CKD, characterized by a decline in kidney function. 2. Cardiovascular Disease: Individuals with microalbuminuria are at a higher risk for cardiovascular events such as heart attacks and strokes. 3. Mortality: Increased mortality rates have been observed in individuals with microalbuminuria, likely due to its association with cardiovascular and renal diseases.
