Extending Dialysis Hours Fails to Improve Quality of LifeExtending Dialysis Hours Fails to Improve Quality of Life
New research suggests that more hemodialysis might not be as helpful as some predicted, but it does seem to positively influence some laboratory parameters. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines - February 7, 2015 Category: Urology & Nephrology Tags: Nephrology News Source Type: news
New DOPPS Data Offer 'State of Dialysis' MessageNew DOPPS Data Offer 'State of Dialysis' Message
Dr Jeffrey Berns provides take-away messages from the mound of new data released by the Dialysis Outcomes and Practice Patterns Study (DOPPS). Medscape Nephrology (Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines - February 5, 2015 Category: Urology & Nephrology Tags: Nephrology Commentary Source Type: news
Nephrology Report Signals Trouble for SpecialtyNephrology Report Signals Trouble for Specialty
Dr Jeffrey Berns comments on the nephrology fellowship survey, which confirms declining interest in the specialty and trouble finding jobs for new nephrologists. Medscape Nephrology (Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines - January 29, 2015 Category: Urology & Nephrology Tags: Nephrology Commentary Source Type: news
Predicting Renal Disease in Lupus Nephritis Predicting Renal Disease in Lupus Nephritis
Dr Deane reviews the findings of an experiment demonstrating the mechanistic role of vimentin in lupus nephritis and its potential for identifying pharmacologic targets and biomarkers. Medscape Rheumatology (Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines - January 27, 2015 Category: Urology & Nephrology Tags: Rheumatology Viewpoint Source Type: news
Is Cinacalcet Useful in Dialysis Patients?Is Cinacalcet Useful in Dialysis Patients?
Dr Jeffrey Berns reviews the latest research on cinacalcet's role in managing hemodialysis patients. Medscape Nephrology (Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines - January 21, 2015 Category: Urology & Nephrology Tags: Nephrology Commentary Source Type: news
SGLT- 2 Inhibitors: Focusing on the Kidney to Treat T2DSGLT- 2 Inhibitors: Focusing on the Kidney to Treat T2D
Do SGLT-2 inhibitors protect against diabetic nephropathy? Therapeutic Advances in Endocrinology and Metabolism (Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines - January 15, 2015 Category: Urology & Nephrology Tags: Diabetes & Endocrinology Journal Article Source Type: news
Silent Renal Stones in Primary HyperparathyroidismSilent Renal Stones in Primary Hyperparathyroidism
Should patients with hyperparathyroidism be screened for nephrolithiasis? What if they're asymptomatic? Endocrine Practice (Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines - January 2, 2015 Category: Urology & Nephrology Tags: Diabetes & Endocrinology Journal Article Source Type: news
Dialysis Pits Patients' Desires Against Clinicians' GoalsDialysis Pits Patients' Desires Against Clinicians' Goals
What if dialysis patients don't want to follow fluid restrictions but also want less time on dialysis? Jeffrey Berns discusses the tension between patient-centered care and optimal medical outcomes. Medscape Nephrology (Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines - December 30, 2014 Category: Urology & Nephrology Tags: Nephrology Commentary Source Type: news
MDMA Enhances Emotional Empathy and Prosocial BehaviorMDMA Enhances Emotional Empathy and Prosocial Behavior
MDMA, commonly known as 'ecstasy', releases serotonin and norepinephrine. What effect does it have on different aspects of empathy and social behavior? Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience (Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines - December 25, 2014 Category: Urology & Nephrology Tags: Nephrology Journal Article Source Type: news
Warn Dialysis Patients of Transport FraudWarn Dialysis Patients of Transport Fraud
Medicare is scrutinizing the use of ambulances to transport patients to and from dialysis, and nephrologists should warn patients about possibly illegal schemes, says Dr Jeffrey Berns. Medscape Nephrology (Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines - December 19, 2014 Category: Urology & Nephrology Tags: Nephrology Commentary Source Type: news
CT Contrast Agent Does Not Increase Risk for Kidney InjuryCT Contrast Agent Does Not Increase Risk for Kidney Injury
A CT contrast agent was unrelated to nephropathy, dialysis, or death, even among those with poor renal function or predisposing comorbidities. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines - December 2, 2014 Category: Urology & Nephrology Tags: Radiology News Source Type: news
Apixaban Doesn't Appear to Boost Bleeding in Kidney DiseaseApixaban Doesn't Appear to Boost Bleeding in Kidney Disease
A new meta-analysis suggests that, compared with conventional agents, the novel oral anticoagulant apixaban does not increase the risk of bleeding in patients with mild and moderate-to-severe renal insufficiency. Reuters Health Information (Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines - December 1, 2014 Category: Urology & Nephrology Tags: Nephrology News Source Type: news
Dialysis Patients Not Prepared for Severe Weather, DisastersDialysis Patients Not Prepared for Severe Weather, Disasters
Many hemodialysis patients remain poorly prepared for inclement weather and natural disasters, warn researchers. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines - November 25, 2014 Category: Urology & Nephrology Tags: Nephrology News Source Type: news
CKD: Exercise May Improve Pain, Physical Function CKD: Exercise May Improve Pain, Physical Function
Patients with chronic kidney disease improved on fitness tests and quality-of-life measures after completing a 12-week exercise program. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines - November 21, 2014 Category: Urology & Nephrology Tags: Nephrology News Source Type: news
Aspirin, Clonidine Fail to Halt Nephropathy After SurgeryAspirin, Clonidine Fail to Halt Nephropathy After Surgery
The perioperative use of aspirin or clonidine does not prevent kidney injury, a substudy of POISE-2 suggests, and can lead to major bleeding and hypotension. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Nephrology Headlines - November 20, 2014 Category: Urology & Nephrology Tags: Nephrology News Source Type: news
