Physical Activity Reduces Cardiovascular Mortality in Hemodialysis Population
Even occasional physical activity was linked to a decreased risk for death from any cause, investigators reported.
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Canagliflozin May Reduce Hyperkalemia Risk in Diabetes + CKD
Sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors provide cardiorenal protection and may lower the risk for hyperkalemia.
Race-Free GFR Equations Based on Creatinine Plus Cystatin C More Accurate
The current guideline-recommended creatinine-based eGFR equation incorporates a race coefficient that may overestimate eGFR in Black adults and contribute to discordant care.
Study IDs Possible Relationship Between NGAL and CKD-MBD in Dialysis
Neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin (NGAL) is not only a biomarker of kidney injury but also a bone-derived factor involved in metabolism.
Metabolic Syndrome Ups Major Cardiovascular, Death Risks in CKD
Avoiding even 1 metabolic syndrome component might decrease the risk for a cardiovascular event or premature death, investigators suggest.
FDA OKs Third COVID-19 Vaccine Dose for Immunocompromised Patients
Here’s what clinicians and patients need to know.
Frailty Ups Risk for Urinary Tract Infections in Patients With Diabetes, CKD
More severe frailty predicted a higher risk of UTIs.
Etelcalcetide Shows Efficacy in Clinical Practice
Patients on hemodialysis who have secondary hyperparathyroidism experienced a 40% reduction in PTH levels over 12 months of etelcalcetide treatment, investigators reported.
High iPTH Linked With Cardiovascular Outcomes in Diabetic Kidney Disease
Study findings indicate a correlation between iPTH and vascular calcification in patients with diabetic kidney disease.
Major Cardiovascular Events Linked to Metabolic Acidosis
Cardiovascular events are the leading cause of death among patients with chronic kidney disease, and metabolic acidosis in this population is underdiagnosed.
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