Research team reports on safe use of HIV and hepatitis C co-infected donor kidneys for transplant

by Jeff Kelley,Virginia Commonwealth UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainFor VCU Health Hume-Lee Transplant Center organ transplant specialists, the work is not only about performing life

Updated on: March 28,2024

Research team reports on safe use of HIV and hepatitis C co-infected donor kidneys for transplant

by Jeff Kelley,Virginia Commonwealth UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainFor VCU Health Hume-Lee Transplant Center organ transplant specialists, the work is not only about performing life

Updated on:March 28,2024

New genomic method offers diagnosis for patients with unexplained kidney failure

byNewcastle UniversityCredit:Genetics in Medicine Open(2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.gimo.2024.101834Scientists have identified a new method of analyzing genomic data in a major discovery th

Updated on: March 27,2024

New genomic method offers diagnosis for patients with unexplained kidney failure

byNewcastle UniversityCredit:Genetics in Medicine Open(2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.gimo.2024.101834Scientists have identified a new method of analyzing genomic data in a major discovery th

Updated on:March 27,2024

Multicomponent intervention aids quality of life with overactive bladder

by Lori SolomonA multicomponent intervention improves health-related quality of life (HRQOL) for women with moderate-to-severe overactive bladder, according to a study published online March 13 in&nbs

Updated on: March 27,2024

Multicomponent intervention aids quality of life with overactive bladder

by Lori SolomonA multicomponent intervention improves health-related quality of life (HRQOL) for women with moderate-to-severe overactive bladder, according to a study published online March 13 in&nbs

Updated on:March 27,2024

Targeting the racial disparity in kidney disease

Some people of West African descent face a higher risk of renal failure. New drugs based on gene research may help right the ship — if they can reach everyone who needs them.

Updated on: September 21,2024

Targeting the racial disparity in kidney disease

Some people of West African descent face a higher risk of renal failure. New drugs based on gene research may help right the ship — if they can reach everyone who needs them.

Updated on:September 21,2024

Genetic analysis reveals true origin of chronic kidney disease in undiagnosed patients

byTokyo Medical and Dental UniversityResearchers conducted a comprehensive genetic analysis of end-stage renal failure patients with chronic kidney disease of unknown cause. They found that more

Updated on: April 06,2024

Genetic analysis reveals true origin of chronic kidney disease in undiagnosed patients

byTokyo Medical and Dental UniversityResearchers conducted a comprehensive genetic analysis of end-stage renal failure patients with chronic kidney disease of unknown cause. They found that more

Updated on:April 06,2024

New PET/CT technique accurately diagnoses adrenal gland disorder, informs personalized treatment plans

by Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular ImagingPerformance of68Ga-pentixafor PET/CT in PA patients with different adrenal micronodules. MIP = maximum-intensity projection; NFN = nonfunction

Updated on: March 07,2024

New PET/CT technique accurately diagnoses adrenal gland disorder, informs personalized treatment plans

by Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular ImagingPerformance of68Ga-pentixafor PET/CT in PA patients with different adrenal micronodules. MIP = maximum-intensity projection; NFN = nonfunction

Updated on:March 07,2024

New study pinpoints why some injured kidneys do not heal

FEBRUARY 22, 2024byCedars-Sinai Medical CenterCredit: CC0 Public DomainCedars-Sinai investigators have discovered why some injured kidneys heal while others develop scarring that can lead to kid

Updated on: March 25,2024

New study pinpoints why some injured kidneys do not heal

FEBRUARY 22, 2024byCedars-Sinai Medical CenterCredit: CC0 Public DomainCedars-Sinai investigators have discovered why some injured kidneys heal while others develop scarring that can lead to kid

Updated on:March 25,2024

Shorter scan to diagnose prostate cancer could increase availability and reduce cost

byUniversity College LondonCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainRemoving one step from a three-part MRI scan, which could make them quicker, cheaper, and more accessible, had no negative impact on

Updated on: April 27,2024

Shorter scan to diagnose prostate cancer could increase availability and reduce cost

byUniversity College LondonCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainRemoving one step from a three-part MRI scan, which could make them quicker, cheaper, and more accessible, had no negative impact on

Updated on:April 27,2024

Olympic Medicine: Exercise Benefits for the Kidneys

Updated on: July 30,2024

Olympic Medicine: Exercise Benefits for the Kidneys

Updated on:July 30,2024

Study: Any remission of diabetes from weight-loss trial associated with lower rates of heart and kidney disease

by DiabetologiaCredit: Ketut Subiyanto from PexelsWhile several trials have shown that substantial weight loss using diet and lifestyle can reverse type 2 diabetes, new research published in&nbsp

Updated on: March 24,2024

Study: Any remission of diabetes from weight-loss trial associated with lower rates of heart and kidney disease

by DiabetologiaCredit: Ketut Subiyanto from PexelsWhile several trials have shown that substantial weight loss using diet and lifestyle can reverse type 2 diabetes, new research published in&nbsp

Updated on:March 24,2024

Scientists discover 'powerhouse' gene, opening doors to new treatments for kidney disease

byDuke-NUS Medical SchoolDuke-NUS scientists show that the WWP2 gene plays a critical role in advancing tissue scarring in chronic kidney disease. The panels in the image demonstrate how the pre

Updated on: March 27,2024

Scientists discover 'powerhouse' gene, opening doors to new treatments for kidney disease

byDuke-NUS Medical SchoolDuke-NUS scientists show that the WWP2 gene plays a critical role in advancing tissue scarring in chronic kidney disease. The panels in the image demonstrate how the pre

Updated on:March 27,2024

Incontinence and incontinence-associated dermatitis found to have serious negative health and financial outcomes

by Wolters Kluwer HealthCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainHigher cost of care and worse patient outcomes are associated with incontinence and incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD) in acute care

Updated on: May 28,2024

Incontinence and incontinence-associated dermatitis found to have serious negative health and financial outcomes

by Wolters Kluwer HealthCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainHigher cost of care and worse patient outcomes are associated with incontinence and incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD) in acute care

Updated on:May 28,2024