Cardiovascular and renal disease often have similar origins and shared risk factors. With the progression of chronic kidney disease, additional risk factors develop, contributing to the evolution of both diseases. In this Perspectives article, Ruiz-Hurtado and Ruilope postulate that that simultaneous protection for both cardiovascular and renal disease can be achieved with the same therapy. They review the evidence from clinical trials supporting this theory, and discuss strategies to prevent both cardiovascular and chronic kidney disease.
- Gema Ruiz-Hurtado
- Luis M. Ruilope
