Poor Appetite, Lower GFR Linked in Children With CKD
Children with a ieGFR below 30 mL/min/1.73m2 have 4.5-fold greater odds of having a worse appetite.
Diagnosis & Disease Information
Rising Kidney Stone Incidence in Teens Found
The incidence of kidney stones has increased among young patients, especially girls, and among blacks, according to a new study. Gregory E. Tasian, of the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, and colleagues performed a population-based study using U.S. Census data and South Carolina Medical Encounter Data, which capture all emergency department visits, surgeries, and hospital admissions…
Bariatric Surgery Type Influences Stone Risk
Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery is associated with a 73% increased pooled RR of kidney stones.
The Psychological Impact of Prostate Cancer
Patients diagnosed with prostate cancer often struggle with their diagnosis.
Rosiglitazone May Up Bladder Cancer Risk
Exclusive rosiglitazone use is associated with 3-fold increased odds of bladder cancer.
Mid-Urethral Slings for SUI Offer Long-Term Efficacy
More than 95% of women reported no stress urinary incontinence at 2-, 5-, and 10 year follow-up.
Papillary RCC More Common in African Americans
Racial difference found among patients undergoing robotic partial nephrectomy for renal tumors.
Patients’ Rights to Access Health Records Clarified
New document from the Office of Civil Rights reminds providers of their responsibilities and offers compliance tips.
Prostate Cancer Risk Lower in Type 2 Diabetics
In contrast, type 2 diabetes is associated with increased risks of bladder, kidney, liver, and other malignancies.
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