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Timing of nephrology visit relative to chronic dialysis start among First Nations patients
| Timing of nephrology visit | Number of FN patients |
|---|---|
| All | 1686 |
| < 3 months prior to starting dialysis* | 396 (23.5%) |
| 3–6 months prior to starting dialysis | 130 (7.7%) |
| 6–12 months prior to starting dialysis | 207 (12.3%) |
| ≥ 12 months prior to starting dialysis | 953 (56.5%) |
*Defined as uninformed ESKD patient (UFNEP)
