Fasting and kidney function: is it safe?

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Observational analysis finds fasting safe for patients with chronic kidney disease, highlighting hydration and diet management.

Fasting did not significantly affect serum creatinine levels or office blood pressure during Ramadan.
Of the 50 patients, 36 (72%) observed fasting, with most having chronic kidney disease stage IV.
Patients managed hydration well, with 80.4% consuming fluids and 84.3% eating fruits between Iftar and Sehr.
This analysis does not indicate adverse effects of fasting on kidney function in individuals with CKD.

Riaz et al. (2021) studied this question.

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