Life Expectancy Calculator for Kidney Disease
This table covers different stages of kidney disease and factors affecting life expectancy.
Life Expectancy for Kidney Disease: Key Information
| Stage of Disease | eGFR (mL/min/1.73 m²) | Life Expectancy (years) | Factors Affecting Life Expectancy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | ≥90 | 15-30 | Age, sex, overall health, management |
| Stage 2 | 60-89 | 15-30 | Age, sex, overall health, management |
| Stage 3 | 30-59 | 6-20 | Progression rate, health management, medication |
| Stage 4 | 15-29 | 6-10 | Dialysis, overall health, treatment adherence |
| Stage 5 (ESRD) | <15 | 5-10 | Dialysis or transplant, other health conditions |
Additional important information:
- Gender differences: Women generally have a slightly higher life expectancy than men in earlier stages, but this advantage diminishes in later stages1.
- Age impact: Life expectancy decreases with age. For example, a 60-year-old man with stage 1 kidney disease has a life expectancy of about 15 years, while for a 70-year-old man, it's about 9 years1.
- Dialysis: The average life expectancy for patients on dialysis is 5-10 years, with some people living up to 30 years2.
- Kidney transplant: Life expectancy after a kidney transplant ranges from 12-20 years for a living donor kidney and 8-12 years for a deceased donor kidney2.
- Stage 3 kidney disease: A survey of 13 studies found that the all-cause mortality rate for stage 3 kidney disease varied from 6% in 3 years to 51% in ten years4.
- Conservative management: Many patients who choose not to pursue dialysis can survive several years with a good quality of life, especially if managed in a dedicated care pathway5.
- Cardiovascular risk: Chronic kidney disease increases the risk of cardiovascular disease, which is a major cause of death in CKD patients6.
It's important to note that these figures are averages and individual outcomes can vary significantly based on overall health, adherence to treatment, and other medical conditions. Regular check-ups, medication compliance, and lifestyle modifications can help improve outcomes for people with kidney disease.