Patients with Stage ____ CKD have a normal or increased GFR (90 mL/min/1.73m²) with some evidence of kidney damage, and the treatment emphasis is on diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease progression.

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Patients with Stage ____ CKD have a normal or increased GFR (>90 mL/min/1.73m²) with some evidence of kidney damage, and the treatment emphasis is on diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease progression.

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Stage 1 CKD is characterized by a normal or increased GFR (>90 mL/min/1.73m^2) with evidence of kidney damage. The focus at this stage is on diagnosing the cause of kidney damage, treating any underlying condition, and implementing strategies to prevent disease progression.

Patients with Stage ____ CKD Have a Normal or Increased