Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is defined as impaired kidney function lasting over 3 months, as evidenced by a GFR below 60 mL/min/1.73m2. Symptoms usually only occur once the GFR drops below 30 in stage 4 disease. Major causes include glomerular diseases like focal segmental glomerulosclerosis, tubulointerstitial diseases, cystic kidney diseases, vascular diseases like hypertensive nephrosclerosis, and congenital issues. Complications arise as kidney function declines and include cardiovascular disease, mineral and bone disorders, anemia, coagulation issues, and neurological problems. Treatment aims to slow progression of CKD, reduce proteinuria and hypertension, manage complications, and prepare