Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

Ultra-Processed Foods May Up CKD Risk

Publish Date June 23, 2022

Sugar-sweetened beverages are a frequently consumed ultra-processed food group.

Frequent Nut Consumption Linked With Lower CKD Risk

Publish Date June 23, 2022

Nutritional therapy is an essential part of CKD management.

ADA: Tirzepatide Improves Kidney Outcomes in T2DM With Increased CV Risk

Publish Date June 21, 2022

Fewer renal complications seen with tirzepatide versus insulin glargine in adults with T2D and increased cardiovascular risk

Race-Free eGFR Equation Based on Creatinine, Cystatin C Preferable

Publish Date June 17, 2022

Overestimates of kidney function in Black individuals could contribute to underdiagnosis of CKD and delays in care, an editorial noted.

Uric Acid-Lowering Therapy May Increase Risk for CKD

Publish Date June 17, 2022

Study findings do not support initiation of uric acid-lowering therapy to prevent CKD.

RAAS Inhibitors Reduce Proteinuria in Primary FSGS

Publish Date June 16, 2022

A meta-analysis revealed that RAAS inhibitor monotherapy in patients with primary FSGS is significantly associated with a 32% reduction in proteinuria.

Excessive Body Weight Lessens the Efficacy of Vitamin D Supplements

Publish Date June 14, 2022

A round up of studies suggests it is difficult to increase serum total 25-hydroxyvitamin D levels enough to effectively lower elevated parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels in overweight patients with chronic kidney disease.

Potassium Chloride Supplements May Up Hyperkalemia Risk in CKD

Publish Date June 3, 2022

Salt substitutes commonly contain potassium chloride.

Methylprednisolone Slows Progression in IgA Nephropathy

Publish Date May 31, 2022

Data from the TESTING trial can inform patient-physician discussions.

Higher BMI May Protect Against Early Death in CKD

Publish Date May 27, 2022

BMI did not appear to influence the risk for CKD progression.