Figure 1. Flowchart of patient selection.
Abbreviations: ACEI, angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor; ARB, angiotensin II receptor blocker; CKD, chronic kidney disease; Cr, creatinine; ESA, erythropoiesis stimulating agent.
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