Time series analysis of chronic kidney disease prevalence and dialysis demand for sustainable healthcare planning
Introduction: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) prevalence and dialysis demand in India have surged steadily over the past decade, propelled by rapid aging populations, escalating hypertension (HTN), diabetes mellitus (DM), and broader non-communicable disease (NCD) epidemics. These converging factors overwhelm India's strained healthcare infrastructure, which struggles with limited dialysis centers, workforce shortages, and uneven rural access.