The QICKD study protocol: a cluster randomised trial to compare quality improvement interventions to lower systolic BP in chronic kidney disease (CKD) in primary care
Abstract Background Chronic kidney disease (CKD) Rockets is a relatively newly recognised but common long-term condition affecting 5 to 10% of the population.Effective management of CKD, with emphasis on strict blood pressure (BP) control, reduces cardiovascular risk and slows the progression of CKD.There is currently an unprecedented rise in refer