CKD Progression Risk Factors in Children Identified
The National Kidney Foundation recently hosted a scientific workshop to improve the clinical care of children with CKD.
Diagnosis & Disease Information
Vitamin D Supplementation Less Effective With Higher BMI
Further, baseline vitamin D-related biomarkers lower for individuals with higher BMI
CKD-MBD Biomarkers in Diabetic Foot May Predict Amputation Risk
Foot radiography and serum markers may be effective screening tools for early prevention and therapy.
Vitamin D3 Does Not Improve Cardiovascular, Cancer Outcomes
The VITAL randomized clinical trial tested vitamin D and marine omega-3 fatty acid supplements in the primary prevention of cancer and cardiovascular disease.
Active Vitamin D Does Not Reduce Fracture Risk in SHPT
Active vitamin D does not appear to improve bone strength or reduce fracture risk beyond PTH suppression in patients on dialysis.
Etelcalcetide Use Fell After Change in Dialysis Payment Bundle
On January 1, 2021, calcimimetics such as etelcalcetide were no longer reimbursed using the Transitional Drug Add-On Payment Adjustment.
Paricalcitol Independently Increases Hemoglobin Levels
Paricalcitol Independently Increases Hemoglobin Levels
Proactive SHPT Treatment Tied to Better Outcomes
Investigators used observational data to study the comparative effectiveness of SHPT treatments in patients on hemodialysis.
Severe Hyperparathyroidism Tied With Impaired Nutrition
Investigators examined the trajectory of nutrition parameters in patients on hemodialysis by degree of hyperparathyroidism.
New Review Highlights Calciphylaxis in Kidney Diseases
Patients with calciphylaxis benefit from multidisciplinary care including nephrology, dermatology, and palliative care, according to a new review.
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