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World J Nephrol. Mar 25, 2026; 15(1): 114146
Published online Mar 25, 2026. doi: 10.5527/wjn.v15.i1.114146
Published online Mar 25, 2026. doi: 10.5527/wjn.v15.i1.114146
Figure 1 Schematic representation of phosphate handling and systemic effects in chronic kidney disease.
Metal-based and resin-based phosphate binders act within the intestinal lumen to limit phosphate absorption. Persistent hyperphosphatemia contributes to vascular calcification, bone disorders, and cardiovascular complications (created in BioRender). NHE3: Sodium/hydrogen exchanger isoform 3; PTH: Parathyroid hormone.
- Citation: Ilkun O, Jazayeri F, Kazory A. Emerging treatments and current strategies for mineral, vascular, and bone disorders in chronic kidney disease. World J Nephrol 2026; 15(1): 114146
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/2220-6124/full/v15/i1/114146.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.5527/wjn.v15.i1.114146
