Study: Start Dialysis Later in Children
Children initiating dialysis at higher eGFRs had a 36% higher risk for death than those initiating at lower eGFRs.
Pediatrics
FDA Approves Victoza Injection for Children 10 Years and Older
~64 percent of children treated with Victoza achieved HbA1c levels less than 7%
Exome Sequencing Beneficial for Pediatric Kidney Recipients
Whole-exome sequencing-related molecular genetic diagnosis can have implications for clinical care
Cinacalcet Appears Safe, Effective for Children With SHPT
In a small study, more than half of pediatric patients receiving cinacalcet experienced a 30% or greater decline in mean intact parathyroid hormone.
Racial Differences Observed in Pediatric SHPT
According to a study, black youth on dialysis have higher parathyroid hormone levels than white youth.
Cinacalcet Eases Refractory SHPT in Young Children
In a case series of 10 pediatric patients, goal iPTH was attained over a median 6 months.
Kidney Function Recovery Seen in Some Children on Dialysis
Recovery less likely in children with congenital anomalies.
Avoid These 5 Pediatric Nephrology Tests
The Choosing Wisely list is evidence-based and seeks to reduce patient harms.
Increase in Pediatric Hypertension Prevalence With New Definitions
Incorporation of new pediatric definitions increased prevalence of hypertension in high-risk youth.
Pediatric Kidney Recipients Often Have Subclinical Inflammation
Associated with increased risk of composite end point of acute rejection, allograft failure.
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