KUALA LUMPUR: The number of end-stage kidney disease patients undergoing chronic dialysis could double by 2040 to more than 106,000 patients from the current 53,000 patients, says Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni.
The Deputy Health Minister said that efforts to address the rising prevalence of chronic kidney disease (CKD) require a collaborative approach.
“The ministry is open to working with non-governmental organizations (NGOs), the private sector, and other government agencies, to develop and implement strategies aimed at improving kidney health among Malaysians.
“Continued collaboration between the government, healthcare providers, and industry partners are essential to help expand access to life-saving therapies and promote early detection and prevention of CKD,” he said on Wednesday (March 19).
Lukanisman said the Health Ministry has implemented the Peritoneal Dialysis (PD) First Policy in response to the rising CKD cases.
This policy provides CKD patients with convenient and cost effective care from home, ensuring patients have better access to treatment and greater flexibility with managing their conditions.
He said the ministry has allocated a budget to expand access to PD nationwide.
“This financial commitment underscores our dedication to providing equitable and effective kidney care to our nation’s people.”
