Abstract
WHAT IS ALREADY KNOWN ABOUT THIS TOPIC? The global burden of chronic kidney disease (CKD) is on the rise. WHAT IS ADDED BY THIS REPORT? In 2019, 5.58 million individuals in China were affected by CKD related to hypertension, leading to 70,260 fatalities and 1.69 million disability-adjusted life years (DALYs). The most affected groups were men, older individuals, and residents of western China. Over the period from 2010-2019, the age-standardized prevalence rate (ASPR) remained constant, and the age-standardized mortality rate (ASMR) and age-standardized DALY rate (ASDR) showed a decreasing trend. However, there was an increase in the number of cases, deaths, and DALYs associated with this condition. WHAT ARE THE IMPLICATIONS FOR PUBLIC HEALTH PRACTICE? Hypertension significantly contributes to the burden of CKD; therefore, raising awareness and implementing early screening measures are essential.