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How can we better meet the needs of living kidney donors? A recent study in Kidney International underscores the importance of a collaborative framework to enhance care for LKDs. bit.ly/KN160835
To kick off this special issue on toxicology and kidney health, Linda Awdishu discusses the vital role of nephrologists in drug safety to maximize efficacy and reduce adverse effects. bit.ly/KN160813
Perinatal exposure to environmental toxins is linked with risk of CKD and/or hypertension in adulthood. Addressing this issue requires a multifaceted approach guided by research initiatives and legislation. bit.ly/KN160816 Rahul Chanchlani Jhanahan Sriranjan (He/Him)
Ingestion or inhalation of paraquat is a significant health concern, especially in agricultural communities. What should nephrologists know about this highly potent herbicide? bit.ly/KN160817 Dr. Divya Bajpai 🇮🇳
Intermittent hemodialysis, using high-efficiency and high-flux biocompatible synthetic membranes, is the most common extracorporeal modality used for poisoning treatment. bit.ly/KN160818 Mythri Shankar 🇮🇳
Approximately 5.4 million people worldwide are bitten by snakes each year, resulting in 1.8 to 2.7 million envenomations and 140,000 deaths. How does snake envenoming "bite" the kidneys? bit.ly/KN160820 Sachin Naik Dr. Divya Bajpai 🇮🇳
"Together, American Society of Nephrology and the rest of the kidney community will need to adapt to navigate the future, ideally shaping the best outcome for the millions of people living with kidney diseases." Tod Ibrahim poses potential scenarios for nephrology's future. bit.ly/KN160810
Herbal and dietary supplements promise many health benefits, but they can pose significant risks to kidney health. Addressing these "hidden dangers" requires a multifaceted approach, including increased regulation and education. bit.ly/KN160822 Rolando Claure, MD, FASN, FISN 🇧🇴
In June, the House unveiled an appropriations bill featuring ASN policy victories, alongside cuts and reforms including restructuring the NIH. bit.ly/KN160824 Earlier this month, ASN Advocacy commented on the restructuring, reflected in the bill. bit.ly/4dFoE2H
Recent analysis of the UK National Registry of Rare Kidney Diseases (RaDaR) cohort offers insights into the unique experiences of individuals with rare kidney diseases, emphasizing the need for targeted research and specialized care. bit.ly/KN160827 divya monga
A study in JAMA Network Open reports that fewer than one-fourth of patients with type 2 diabetes undergo recommended screening for CKD. bit.ly/KN160828a
Among patients with CKD, the risk of atheromatous cardiovascular disease is lower in women compared with men, whereas non-ACVD risk does not vary by sex, reports a study in Amanda Kirwan🇪🇺🇺🇦. bit.ly/KN160828b