HIV Is a Risk Factor for Acute Kidney Injury
Even people with HIV that is well controlled with viral suppression are at increased risk for acute kidney injury.
Diagnosis & Disease Information
Proteinuria Reduction in IgA Nephropathy Delays Kidney Failure, Death
Study findings indicate that proteinuria reduction is clinically meaningful.
Large Acute eGFR Declines During Blood Pressure Therapy Up KRT Risk
Acute eGFR declines of greater than 15% may be a harbinger of adverse outcomes.
Study Supports Total GFR Slope as a Surrogate Endpoint in Clinical Trials
Meta-analysis demonstrates that treatment effect on total GFR slope strongly predicts clinical endpoints.
High-Dose Hemodiafiltration Offers Survival Edge Over High-Flux Hemodialysis
Among patients with a history of cardiovascular disease or diabetes, all-cause mortality was comparable between the treatments.
ESKD, Death Risks Are High After Heart Transplantation With Kidney Dysfunction
Severe renal dysfunction and short-term dialysis are common before heart-alone transplantation, a study found.
Conservative Kidney Management Often a Better Option for Older Adults With ESKD
In many cases, older patients with end-stage kidney disease would be better off with conservative kidney management focused on enhancing quality of life rather than going on dialysis.
Novel Device Effective for Babies Requiring Renal Replacement Therapy
Newcastle Infant Dialysis Ultrafiltration System delivers accurate, controllable fluid removal and adequate clearance for babies under 8 kg
CKD Increases Odds of AKI Requiring Dialysis in Inpatients With Pneumonia
The rate of AKI requiring dialysis among patients hospitalized with pneumonia was 2.5% for those with CKD compared with 0.03% for those without CKD.
Holistic Care Lacking for Patients Who Forgo Kidney Replacement Therapy
Survey findings highlight the need to train staff on comprehensive conservative care.
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