Surface protein study highlights a potential link between dental caries and renal lesions

byOkayama UniversityResearchers from Okayama University, Japan, uncover novel pathogenic role of a surface collagen-binding protein "Cnm," onStreptococcus mutans,a dental c

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Surface protein study highlights a potential link between dental caries and renal lesions

byOkayama UniversityResearchers from Okayama University, Japan, uncover novel pathogenic role of a surface collagen-binding protein "Cnm," onStreptococcus mutans,a dental c

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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

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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

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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 0

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

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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 0

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 0

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 5

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 5

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

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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

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West Africans have a high risk of kidney disease. New study confirms genetic cause

by Samuel Ajayi and Yemi R. Raji,The ConversationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainKidney disease, leading to kidney failure, afflicts disproportionately more black people than white people. Thu

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West Africans have a high risk of kidney disease. New study confirms genetic cause

by Samuel Ajayi and Yemi R. Raji,The ConversationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainKidney disease, leading to kidney failure, afflicts disproportionately more black people than white people. Thu

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Researchers uncover how blood pressure drugs harm kidneys

by Mike Mather,University of VirginiaCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainCommonly prescribed drugs used to treat high blood pressure have been shown to, over time, wreck the kidneys' ability t

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Researchers uncover how blood pressure drugs harm kidneys

by Mike Mather,University of VirginiaCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainCommonly prescribed drugs used to treat high blood pressure have been shown to, over time, wreck the kidneys' ability t

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Olympic Medicine: Exercise Benefits for the Kidneys

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Olympic Medicine: Exercise Benefits for the Kidneys

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Genetic map identifies 1,000 potential kidney disease treatment targets

byPerelman School of Medicine at the University of PennsylvaniaKidney Disease Genetic Scorecard uncovers the genetic architecture of kidney function and putative target genes. Credit:Scien

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Genetic map identifies 1,000 potential kidney disease treatment targets

byPerelman School of Medicine at the University of PennsylvaniaKidney Disease Genetic Scorecard uncovers the genetic architecture of kidney function and putative target genes. Credit:Scien

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Tragic Outcome: Second Patient with Genetically Modified Pig Kidney Dies

Updated on: July 11,2024 0

Tragic Outcome: Second Patient with Genetically Modified Pig Kidney Dies

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Effect of Delayed Remote Ischemic Preconditioning on Acute Kidney Injury and Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Cardiac Surgery: A Randomized Clinical Trial

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Effect of Delayed Remote Ischemic Preconditioning on Acute Kidney Injury and Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Cardiac Surgery: A Randomized Clinical Trial

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