For chronic kidney disease, an ounce of prevention can be economical

(University of Tsukuba) A University of Tsukuba study created a mathematical model to justify the cost-effectiveness of dietician-led behavior modification interventions for treating chronic kidney disease (CKD). As such interventions have little economic incentive for general physicians under the current guidelines, they seldom occur. The researchers started with a proven-effective CKD intervention and successfully formulated a way to accommodate its cost. This could incentivize doctors and imp...