(1) Department of Nephrology, Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, No. 139 Renmin Road, Changsha, 410011, Hunan, People’s Republic of China
Abstract:
Background and Objectives
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a growing public health problem with an urgent need for new pharmacological agents. Cordyceps cicadae is widely used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and has potential renoprotective benefits. The current study aimed to
determine any scientific evidence to support its clinical use.