Elevated hs-CRP Linked to significant Diabetic Nephropathy Risk , suggests study
A new study published in BMC Nephrology has found that elevated levels of high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) are significantly associated with an increased risk of diabetic nephropathy (DN), a serious microvascular complication of diabetes.
Researchers analyzed data across multiple studies and concluded that hs-CRP—an inflammatory biomarker—may serve as a useful tool for identifying high-risk individuals and informing targeted anti-inflammatory treatment strategies.
The findings point to the role of systemic inflammation in the pathogenesis of diabetic kidney disease, suggesting that hs-CRP could be integrated into risk stratification models alongside traditional markers like albuminuria and estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR). Despite these insights, the authors note that considerable heterogeneity among included studies—such as differences in diagnostic criteria, populations, and study design—limits the generalizability of the results. Therefore, while the data is promising, further prospective and mechanistic studies are required to confirm causality and refine clinical application.
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