Current epidemiology of nephrotic syndrome

Nephrotic syndrome is common in patients with chronic kidney diseases. With the improvement of the socioeconomic status, lifestyle, and living environment, the epidemiological characteristics of nephrotic syndrome have changed significantly. The incidence of nephrotic syndrome is increasing in the elderly, pregnant women, and patients with diabetes and cancer. The major complications of acute kidney injury, thromboembolic events, and infections, have shown novel features in the nephrotic patients. Therefore, it is of great significance to understand the epidemiological characteristics of nephrotic syndrome for the clinical precise diagnosis and treatment of nephrotic syndrome, as well as improvement of its clinical control. Key words: Nephrotic syndrome; Epidemiology