Background & Prevalence
What is the percentage of U.S. women who have CKD?
14%
Any one of these (Advanced CKD stage, Chronic hypertension Proteinuria, Diabetes mellitus, History of kidney transplant, renal disease, or prior AKI, Autoimmune diseases, Older maternal age, Obesity or metabolic syndrome, Racial disparities, Limited access to nephrology or high-risk OB care
Babies of CKD mothers have higher chances of needing care in which hospital unit?
What lab finding in urine is a key marker of kidney damage in pregnancy?
Proteinuria or albuminuria
Drinking enough _____ each day supports kidney health during pregnancy.
Water
CKD is more common in which age groups?
Older adults
What is a healthy lifestyle?
Staying hydrated, eating low-sodium foods, and not smoking
Babies born from moms with CKD are more likely to be born this way.
Preterm
Whatcommon symptom causes swelling in the legs, hands, or face?
Edema
What diet change helps manage blood pressure and swelling?
A low-salt diet
What happens during stage 4 of Chronic Kidney Disease
Severe loss of function
What is the chronic condition that is a major risk factor before becoming pregnant?
Chronic hypertension
What is a common CKD side effect makes the mother extremely tired and weak?
Anemia
What symptoms may signal CKD during pregnancy?
Fatigue, nausea, and itchy skin
What treatment may be increased to up to 5–6 sessions a week during pregnancy?
Dialysis
What types of diabetes can cause CKD?
Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes
What is one of the best protective factors to do before getting pregnant?
Early nephrology referral
What severe condition includes liver injury and low platelets?
HELLP syndrome
CKD can be diagnosed when what structures appear abnormal on imaging?
Kidneys
What follow-ups become more frequent as pregnancy progresses to monitor kidney function and fetal growth?
Increased prenatal/management visits (monthly → biweekly → weekly)
What is chronic kidney disease?
Chronic kidney disease happens when the kidneys lose their ability to filter waste and extra water from the blood.
What urinary finding is one of the strongest predictors of pregnancy complications?
Proteinuria
What pregnancy condition with high blood pressure is more common in women with CKD?
Preeclampsia?
What blood pressure–related condition is a dangerous symptom related to CKD during pregnancy?
Preeclampsia
What type of medication is commonly used to treat hypertension in pregnant CKD patient?
Labetalol, nifedipine, or methyldopa