Smelling Ability Impaired in Renal Disease Patients
Finding suggests that olfactory deficits may contribute to nutritional impairment in patients with chronic and end-stage renal disease.
Diagnosis & Disease Information
Niacin’s Phosphorus-Lowering Effect Confirmed
Average 6-month serum phosphorus level was significantly lower in CKD patients who received niacin than those who did not (3.4 vs. 4.2 mg/dL).
Higher FGF23 Levels Increase Odds of Respiratory Infection
The study is the first to find a link between FGF23 levels and infection in non-dialysis patients.
Hidden Hypercalcemia Common in Hemodialysis Patients
The condition is associated with a death risk similar to that of apparent hypercalcemia.
Missed Dialysis Sessions Linked to High Temperature, Heavy Rain
Non-adherence to hemodialysis schedules is most notable at a temperature above 82.4° F and precipitation levels above 8 inches per 24 hours.
Study Challenges Obesity-Chronic Kidney Disease Link
After adjusting for potential confounders and mediators, a large cross-sectional study found no association between obesity and CKD prevalence.
ESA Doses Lower Among Dialysis Patients at Higher Elevations
Investigators find that the normalized mean ESA dose decreases as patients’ elevation of residence increases.
Infection Rates Among Dialysis Patients Declining
The positive trend is more pronounced among established patients than those who recently started dialysis.
Albuminuria Ups Death Risk Despite Normal Renal Function
Albuminuria increases death risk 2-fold among individuals with an estimated glomerular filtration rate of 60 mL/min/1.73 m2 or higher.
Managing Anemia in Cancer Patients With CKD
A summary of Dr. Jeffrey S. Berns’ presentation that will be given at the National Kidney Foundation’s 2016 Spring Clinical Meetings in Boston, MA.
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