Can we stop early artery aging in kids with kidney disease?

This study investigates why arteries stiffen and harden faster in children and young people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and high blood pressure. Researchers will use non-invasive tests to compare arterial stiffness between those with CKD and matched controls, including healthy peers and those with high blood pressure alone. The goal is to understand whether the stiffness is due only to high blood pressure or also to other factors like nerve activity and metabolic changes. This could help find ways to prevent or treat arterial stiffness and protect future heart and kidney health.