What did the KDIGO 2012 guideline recommend for patients with diabetes and CKD?
The KDIGO 2012 guideline recommended keeping the systolic blood pressure (SBP) below 120 mm Hg for most patients with concomitant diabetes and CKD. However, this recommendation is classed as weak, meaning that some patients and caregivers may opt for less-intensive treatment. Regardless of the strength of the recommendation, clinicians should understand the rationale behind it and engage in shared decision-making with the patients.