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Despite recent advances in the treatment of hypertension, the majority of patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) still remain above current blood pressure (BP) targets.

Home HD improves cardiovascular outcomes.

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Setting Up a Home Hemodialysis Program

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Joel D. Glickman, MD

April 1, 2012

As you develop and grow a home HD program, not only will you have wonderful successes, but there will also be challenges and disappointments.

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The Impact of Bundling on Clinical Practice

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Jay B. Wish, MD

March 22, 2012

This is the title of a scheduled May 12 session at the National Kidney Foundation’s 2012 Spring Clinical Meetings.

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Current and Future Approaches to Renal Protection through Blood Pressure Control

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Rajiv Agarwal, MD

George L. Bakris, MD, FASN

Vito Campese, MD

March 14, 2012

This is the title of a scheduled May 11 session (8:30-10:00 a.m.) at the National Kidney Foundation’s 2012 Spring Clinical Meetings.

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Hyponatremia: New Insights into Risks, Prevention, and Treatment

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Juan Carlos Ayus, MD, FACP, FASN

Michael L. Moritz, MD

March 1, 2012

Hyponatremia is the most common electrolyte abnormality in both children and adults. New research has begun to challenge some traditionally held views regarding this common condition.