There are so many studies and stories about blood pressure in the news this week! Georgia Health Sciences University will be undertaking an interesting study to find out whether lower blood pressure reduces kidney disease progression in CKD patients age 55 and older. – Study Examines Whether Lower Blood Pressure Reduces Kidney Disease Progression This … Continue reading Top News on Blood Pressure for the Week of 3/28/11
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