A new biomarker helps detect kidney fibrosis in transplant patients without invasive procedures

by Germans Trias i Pujol Research InstituteCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainMeasuring the levels of vitronectin in urine could improve the detection of kidney fibrosis, according to scientists from th

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A new biomarker helps detect kidney fibrosis in transplant patients without invasive procedures

by Germans Trias i Pujol Research InstituteCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainMeasuring the levels of vitronectin in urine could improve the detection of kidney fibrosis, according to scientists from th

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Incontinence and incontinence-associated dermatitis found to have serious negative health and financial outcomes

by Wolters Kluwer HealthCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainHigher cost of care and worse patient outcomes are associated with incontinence and incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD) in acute care

Updated on: May 28,2024 4

Incontinence and incontinence-associated dermatitis found to have serious negative health and financial outcomes

by Wolters Kluwer HealthCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainHigher cost of care and worse patient outcomes are associated with incontinence and incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD) in acute care

Updated on:May 28,2024 4

Effect of Delayed Remote Ischemic Preconditioning on Acute Kidney Injury and Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Cardiac Surgery: A Randomized Clinical Trial

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Effect of Delayed Remote Ischemic Preconditioning on Acute Kidney Injury and Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Cardiac Surgery: A Randomized Clinical Trial

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Tragic Outcome: Second Patient with Genetically Modified Pig Kidney Dies

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Tragic Outcome: Second Patient with Genetically Modified Pig Kidney Dies

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Olympic Medicine: Exercise Benefits for the Kidneys

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Olympic Medicine: Exercise Benefits for the Kidneys

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Researchers uncover how blood pressure drugs harm kidneys

by Mike Mather,University of VirginiaCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainCommonly prescribed drugs used to treat high blood pressure have been shown to, over time, wreck the kidneys' ability t

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Researchers uncover how blood pressure drugs harm kidneys

by Mike Mather,University of VirginiaCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainCommonly prescribed drugs used to treat high blood pressure have been shown to, over time, wreck the kidneys' ability t

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Genetic analysis reveals true origin of chronic kidney disease in undiagnosed patients

byTokyo Medical and Dental UniversityResearchers conducted a comprehensive genetic analysis of end-stage renal failure patients with chronic kidney disease of unknown cause. They found that more

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Genetic analysis reveals true origin of chronic kidney disease in undiagnosed patients

byTokyo Medical and Dental UniversityResearchers conducted a comprehensive genetic analysis of end-stage renal failure patients with chronic kidney disease of unknown cause. They found that more

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New PET/CT technique accurately diagnoses adrenal gland disorder, informs personalized treatment plans

by Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular ImagingPerformance of68Ga-pentixafor PET/CT in PA patients with different adrenal micronodules. MIP = maximum-intensity projection; NFN = nonfunction

Updated on: March 07,2024 5

New PET/CT technique accurately diagnoses adrenal gland disorder, informs personalized treatment plans

by Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular ImagingPerformance of68Ga-pentixafor PET/CT in PA patients with different adrenal micronodules. MIP = maximum-intensity projection; NFN = nonfunction

Updated on:March 07,2024 5

New study pinpoints why some injured kidneys do not heal

FEBRUARY 22, 2024byCedars-Sinai Medical CenterCredit: CC0 Public DomainCedars-Sinai investigators have discovered why some injured kidneys heal while others develop scarring that can lead to kid

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New study pinpoints why some injured kidneys do not heal

FEBRUARY 22, 2024byCedars-Sinai Medical CenterCredit: CC0 Public DomainCedars-Sinai investigators have discovered why some injured kidneys heal while others develop scarring that can lead to kid

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Scientists discover 'powerhouse' gene, opening doors to new treatments for kidney disease

byDuke-NUS Medical SchoolDuke-NUS scientists show that the WWP2 gene plays a critical role in advancing tissue scarring in chronic kidney disease. The panels in the image demonstrate how the pre

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Scientists discover 'powerhouse' gene, opening doors to new treatments for kidney disease

byDuke-NUS Medical SchoolDuke-NUS scientists show that the WWP2 gene plays a critical role in advancing tissue scarring in chronic kidney disease. The panels in the image demonstrate how the pre

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Genetic map identifies 1,000 potential kidney disease treatment targets

byPerelman School of Medicine at the University of PennsylvaniaKidney Disease Genetic Scorecard uncovers the genetic architecture of kidney function and putative target genes. Credit:Scien

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Genetic map identifies 1,000 potential kidney disease treatment targets

byPerelman School of Medicine at the University of PennsylvaniaKidney Disease Genetic Scorecard uncovers the genetic architecture of kidney function and putative target genes. Credit:Scien

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Study: Any remission of diabetes from weight-loss trial associated with lower rates of heart and kidney disease

by DiabetologiaCredit: Ketut Subiyanto from PexelsWhile several trials have shown that substantial weight loss using diet and lifestyle can reverse type 2 diabetes, new research published in&nbsp

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Study: Any remission of diabetes from weight-loss trial associated with lower rates of heart and kidney disease

by DiabetologiaCredit: Ketut Subiyanto from PexelsWhile several trials have shown that substantial weight loss using diet and lifestyle can reverse type 2 diabetes, new research published in&nbsp

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