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John Schieszer

May 13, 2011

Pirfenidone May Help Treat Diabetic Nephropathy

Listen to the Podcast: Med Minute 5-5-11

An anti-fibrotic and anti-inflammatory drug called pirfenidone may help treat diabetic nephropathy, according to a new randomized, double-blind study. John Schieszer has the latest on the story in today's Medical Minute.

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