Renal papillary necrosis epidemiology and demographics

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Nasrin Nikravangolsefid, MD-MPH [2]

Overview

The prevalence and demographic characteristics of renal papillary necrosis depend on the causative agent.

Epidemiology and Demographics

Prevalence

Incidence

Age

  • The prevalence of renal papillary necrosis increases with age. It commonly affects the elderly (>60 years). "Renal Papillary Necrosis - American Urological Association".

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References

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