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Major Depressive Disorder In Chronic Kidney Disease

In this presentation, the objectives are to:

  • Overview of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) and Chronic Didney Disease (CKD)/End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
  • Discuss the high prevalence of depression in patients with CKD.
  • Discuss how overlap of symptomatology between MDD and CKD  makes diagnosing depression in the setting of CKD challenging.
  • Discuss the association of MDD with poor outcomes in CKD.
  • Discuss potential risk factors and mechanism of MDD in CKD.
  • Discuss the cycle between MDD and ESRD.
  • Address challenges in MDD management considerations in CKD patients.

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Disclaimer: PsychU is supported by Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. (OPDC) and Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. (OAPI). Specific PsychU programs may be supported by OPDC, OAPI and other committed supporters of the mental health treatment community. The opinions expressed by PsychU’s contributors are their own and are not endorsed or recommended by PsychU or its sponsor or the sponsors of the specific PsychU program in which such opinions are expressed. The information provided through PsychU is intended for the educational benefit of mental health care professionals and others who support mental health care. It is not intended as, nor is it a substitute for, medical care, advice, or professional diagnosis. Health care professionals should use their independent medical judgement when reviewing PsychU’s educational resources. Users seeking medical advice should consult with a health care professional. No CME or CEU credits are available through any of the resources provided by PsychU. Some of the contributors may be paid consultants for OPDC and OAPI.

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