The use of ketoacids in chronic kidney disease
This review analyzes the large studies on the efficacy of the use of keto acids for the braking of chronic kidney disease (Ckd). The effect of keto acids on reduction of glomerular filtration rate was evaluated, the advantage of keto acids over essential amino acids was demonstrated. It is noted that the use of keto acids contributes to maintaining normal blood albumin levels and regression of protein-energy wasting and metabolic acidosis. It is concluded that the use of keto acids in the treatment of ckd patients contributes to a better control of risk factors associated with increased mortality.