World Kidney Day: More than 1.5 million cases in Colombia
On the occasion of World Kidney Day, the figures reveal a critical panorama for public health. In 2025, more than 1,500,000 people were registered with kidney diseases, and more than 49,000 Colombians depend on renal replacement therapies —dialysis or transplant— to survive.
TL;DR
- Nine out of ten Colombians are unaware they have kidney disease.
- Over 1.5 million people have kidney disease in Colombia, with over 49,000 requiring renal replacement therapy.
- Administrative issues in several EPS are disrupting treatments and jeopardizing patient lives.
- 30,622 deaths were reported due to chronic kidney disease in Colombia in one year.
- Cessation of dialysis or lack of immunosuppressant medication can lead to fatal complications or graft rejection.
- Early warning signs include fluid retention causing swollen legs, changes in urine, and sudden hypertension.