Months after her kidney transplant, a San Diego healthcare worker has returned to work, now connected to a co-worker through ...

For many patients, dialysis is not just a treatment—it becomes a defining part of life. Hours spent connected to a machine, ...

Kidneys are small organs, but they play a very important role in keeping the body healthy. They filter waste and extra fluid ...

The Importance of Kidney Function The kidneys play a crucial role in our body by filtering blood and eliminating harmful substances. They also help maintain the balance of water and electrolytes. When ...

Kidney disease is becoming more common, especially among older adults. As people get older, their bodies go through many ...

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A new blood test can identify which individuals of African ancestry carrying high-risk APOL1 gene variants are most likely to ...

B-type natriuretic peptide shows a graded association with decline in kidney function in individuals with diabetes, even at concentrations ≤ 18.4 pg/mL, which are conventionally considered normal.