Key points• Chronic kidney disease is common and is associated with increased cardiovascular risk.• Attention to cardiovascular risk factors remains the cornerstone of care to delay progression of chronic kidney disease and prevent cardiovascular events.• Randomized clinical trials are lacking; thus, recommendations in the guidelines are based on a synthesis of the best available evidence.• Shared care of patients with chronic kidney disease by general practitioners and specialists is encouraged.
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