Prostate Cancer Radiation Therapy Increases Risks for a Second Cancer
Although the risks of developing a second primary cancer after radiation therapy were relatively small, they increased over time.
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Vitamin D Supplementation May Reduce Tertiary Hyperparathyroidism in KTRs
Coronary calcification developed with poorly controlled tertiary hyperparathyroidism and elevated iFGF23 levels after transplantation, the investigators reported.
Parathyroidectomy Reduces Death, Cardiovascular Events Risks in Hemodialysis
A retrospective case-control study indicates that parathyroidectomy improves patient-level outcomes.
Excessive Body Weight Lessens the Efficacy of Vitamin D Supplements
A round up of studies suggests it is difficult to increase serum total 25-hydroxyvitamin D levels enough to effectively lower elevated parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels in overweight patients with chronic kidney disease.
Ultra-Processed Foods May Up CKD Risk
Sugar-sweetened beverages are a frequently consumed ultra-processed food group.
Uremic Solutes Tied With Cardiovascular Death in Diabetic Kidney Disease
Investigators focused on the prognostic value of the uremic solutes asymmetric dimethylarginine, symmetric dimethylarginine, and trimethylamine-N-oxide.
CKD-MBD Marker Changes Vary Across Dialysis Modalities
Use of home dialysis and modalities other than conventional in-center hemodialysis is expected to grow.
SGLT2 Inhibitors for Diabetes May Protect Against AKI, Increase UTI Risk
Providers need to assess the benefit-risk profile of SGLT2 inhibitors for individual patients, and take steps to avoid unnecessary risks.
Etelcalcetide Effective in Cases Where Cinacalcet Is Problematic
Switching from oral to intravenous calcimimetic may lower PTH levels in patients on hemodialysis with poor tolerance.
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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