Proteins
Research published in the Current Developments In Nutrition highlights the discrepancies in recommendations for protein intake in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and type II diabetes. Investigators from the University of Zurich conducted a systematic review of 24 nutritional and clinical practice guidelines from worldwide practice guidelines. The analysis
Chronic kidney failure
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients who spend more time being sedentary and less time engaging in moderate to vigorous physical activity are at a higher risk of mortality, according to a new prospective cohort study published in the Journal of Physical Activity and Health. The research, conducted by investigators from
Chronic kidney failure
New research conducted by investigators at the University of Chicago Medicine has found that semaglutide, a medication used to treat type 2 diabetes, significantly reduces the risk of major kidney outcomes and all-cause mortality in patients with chronic kidney disease. The study, which was supported by Novo Nordisk A/S,
Chronic kidney failure
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients who spend more time being sedentary and less time engaging in moderate to vigorous physical activity are at a higher risk of mortality, according to a new prospective cohort study published in the Journal of Physical Activity and Health. The research, conducted by investigators from
Biochemistry
Research published in the Current Developments In Nutrition highlights the discrepancies in recommendations for protein intake in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and type II diabetes. Investigators from the University of Zurich conducted a systematic review of 24 nutritional and clinical practice guidelines from worldwide practice guidelines. The analysis
Chronic kidney failure
Researchers at the University of Jeddah have conducted a cross-sectional study to assess the prevalence of depression among chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients in Saudi Arabia. The study, published in Frontiers in Nephrology, found that a significant number of CKD patients experience psychological distress, anxiety, and depression, which can negatively
Chronic kidney failure
New research conducted by investigators at the University of Chicago Medicine has found that semaglutide, a medication used to treat type 2 diabetes, significantly reduces the risk of major kidney outcomes and all-cause mortality in patients with chronic kidney disease. The study, which was supported by Novo Nordisk A/S,
Type 2 diabetes
New research conducted by investigators at the University of Chicago Medicine has found that semaglutide, a medication used to treat type 2 diabetes, significantly reduces the risk of major kidney outcomes and all-cause mortality in patients with chronic kidney disease. The study, which was supported by Novo Nordisk A/S,
Chronic kidney failure
In a significant breakthrough in the field of transplantation, the EXPAND study has achieved a major milestone with the first clinical xenotransplantation in patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD). Performed at NYU Langone Health, the successful transplant operation utilized an investigational xenokidney from a pig with 10 gene edits, designed
Chronic kidney failure
In a remarkable turnaround, a 34-year-old woman, a mother of three, who had been turned away by multiple hospitals, including those in Delhi, was given a second chance at life by the Department of Medicine at B.J. Government Medical College (BJGMC) and Sassoon General Hospital. Under the leadership of
Chronic kidney failure
As individuals diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD), it is crucial to make lifestyle changes to prevent deadly complications. According to the National Health Service (NHS), individuals with CKD are at a higher risk of developing heart disease, diabetes, and organ failure if left untreated. Drinking plenty of water is
Chronic kidney failure
Research from Children's Mercy Kansas City reveals a strong association between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and poor health outcomes in children with chronic kidney disease (CKD). The study, which analyzed data from the Chronic Kidney Disease in Children (CKiD) study, found that children with CKD who experienced two
