Clinical Response to Ayurveda Management in Chronic Kidney Disease: A Case Series

Abstract

Renal functions gradually deteriorate over months or years in chronic kidney disease (CKD), also referred to as chronic renal failure (CRF). In this case series, three patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) were treated with a customized Ayurveda regimen that focused on Āma pachana, Agni correction, Dosha pacification, and Mutravaha Srotas support. Prior to and following a two-week intervention, renal function was evaluated and found improved. Renal parameters improved in all cases: eGFR increased from 16 to 40 mL/min/1.73 m² and serum creatinine decreased from 3.98 to 1.81 mg/dL in Case 01; eGFR improved from 26 to 34 mL/min/1.73 m² and creatinine decreased from 2.5 to 2.0 mg/dL in Case 02; and eGFR increased from 38 to 57 mL/min/1.73 m² and creatinine decreased from 1.86 to 1.34 mg/dL in Case 03. There was also a noticeable improvement in the quality of sleep, appetite, and fatigue. These results imply that short-term improvements in renal function and patient well-being may be supported by Ayurveda treatments. To validate these results, more research with larger cohorts and long-term follow-up is necessary.