Incidence, Demographics, and Service Utilization of Patients Referred for Renal Replacement Therapy at the Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social (IMSS) Michoacán: A Retrospective Analysis

There is an increasing trend in RRT referrals at IMSS Michoacán. A more significant issue in the incidence of RRT referrals and the mean age at dialysis initiation was identified for a particular subdelegation of adscription and region of interest of the IMSS Michoacán. Moreover, the need to strengthen HD service infrastructure is identified to improve accessibility for insured patients living in various municipalities in Michoacán, Mexico.