Introduction
At the beginning of the development, frequently start-
21st century an apparently ing at a younger age group.
new form of chronic kidney There is a possible propensity
disease of unknown for it to be more prevalent
aetiology (CKDu) had among men engaged in
emerged in several areas of agriculture, typically around
Sri Lanka. the age of 40-60 years.
Impact of CKDu
The total number of due to genitourinary
affected individuals is diseases was the leading
unknown, but it is thought cause of death in many
that in excess of 6000 districts, being the 11th
people are currently Leading cause of Mortality
undergoing treatment for in the country.
this condition. In 2005, about 350 million
In 2005, Anuradhapura rupees (4.6% of the
Teaching Hospital alone Annual Health Budget)
recorded 742 live was spent on the
discharges and 140 deaths management of patients
due to CKD. Mortality with Renal Diseases.
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The research proposal is now being finalized prior to commencement of the research effort in
October 2008.
There is a need for a comprehensive public health effort to effectively address this problem of
CKDu. It is a major public health issue requiring multilevel efforts. This should be taken as a
National Priority with joint responsibility resting on Health and Developmental Partners.