The kfre library is based on the risk prediction models developed in the following studies. Please refer to these studies for an in-depth understanding of the kidney failure risk prediction models used within this library.

References

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Tangri, N., Stevens, L. A., Griffith, J., Tighiouart, H., Djurdjev, O., Naimark, D., Levin, A., & Levey, A. S. (2011). A predictive model for progression of chronic kidney disease to kidney failure. JAMA, 305 (15), 1553-1559. https://doi.org/10.1001/jama.2011.451