Researchers from UT Southwestern Medical Center have discovered that Klotho, an anti-aging hormone produced in the kidneys, may serve as a biomarker for early CKD and its cardiovascular complications. Low levels of Klotho have been observed in both mice and humans with CKD. The senior author of the study, Dr. Orson Moe said, “It can … Continue reading Low Levels of Hormone Klotho May Be Early Warning Sign of CKD
Top Kidney Research Breakthroughs of the Week 2/10/11
Here are two top kidney research breakthroughs that would compliment dialysis and one, involving a study of zebra fish, which could eliminate the need for dialysis and transplantation altogether! The biological artificial kidneys described in this Medical Minute audio segment wouldn’t eliminate dialysis altogether, but they have fascinating potential. – Investigators Developing Biological Artificial Kidneys … Continue reading Top Kidney Research Breakthroughs of the Week 2/10/11
Top News on Dialysis and the Home Alternative
In the wake of ProPublica’s eye-opening series on the risks and cost of dialysis, there have been some interesting articles suggesting ways to improve care. And given current changes in health care and Medicare, home hemodialysis may prove to be a viable option for more patients in the near future. Here’s a doctor’s take on … Continue reading Top News on Dialysis and the Home Alternative
Top Kidney Research Breakthroughs of the Week 12/17/10
This was an exciting week for kidney research and therapy breakthroughs! Here are the top 4. Novel Virus-Based Gene Therapy for Metastatic Kidney Cancer Developed at Virginia Commonwealth University Massey Cancer Center Blood Test for Cystatin C Can Predict Complications of Kidney Disease National Kidney Foundation Study Reveals that Lupus is More Lethal Form of … Continue reading Top Kidney Research Breakthroughs of the Week 12/17/10
Diary of a Kidney Lover, October 12, 2010
DIARY OF A KIDNEY LOVER It’s good to be back here writing again after these last three weeks on the DASH diet. They weren’t necessarily bad weeks, but I was definitely up and down – excited, elated, frustrated, blue. To recap from my blog of a few weeks ago, my blood pressure is sometimes on … Continue reading Diary of a Kidney Lover, October 12, 2010
Diary of a Kidney Lover, September 22, 2010
DIARY OF A KIDNEY LOVER Just a quick entry to say I’ve checked off one exciting thing from my life’s to-do list. I finally visited one of those traveling anatomy exhibits showcasing real bodies and organs at the LA County Fair last weekend. I couldn’t believe my luck when I saw the poster at the … Continue reading Diary of a Kidney Lover, September 22, 2010