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World J Nephrol. Jan 6, 2016; 5(1): 90-100
Published online Jan 6, 2016. doi: 10.5527/wjn.v5.i1.90
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Figure 10 Multiple actions of statin on chronic kidney diseases: Statin decreases proximal tubular uptake of protein leaked from glomeruli, reducing oxidative stress. Statin also improve podocyte injury, reducing glomerular protein leak[27]. LDL: Low-density lipoprotein.