7 stories tagged #Chronic Kidney Disease

  1. Childhood AKI Linked to Higher CKD and Mortality Risk in Later Life
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    Childhood AKI Linked to Higher CKD and Mortality Risk in Later Life

    A new meta-analysis reveals children who survive acute kidney injury face increased risk of chronic kidney disease and death.

    3w ago 1 min read
  2. Seasonal Salt Intake Spikes Blood Pressure in Men with CKD, Study Reveals
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    Seasonal Salt Intake Spikes Blood Pressure in Men with CKD, Study Reveals

    New research indicates seasonal salt intake variations significantly impact blood pressure in men with Chronic Kidney Disease, especially during summer months.

    last mo. 1 min read
  3. RAS Inhibitor Discontinuation Linked to Higher Kidney Disease Risk
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    RAS Inhibitor Discontinuation Linked to Higher Kidney Disease Risk

    Study reveals stopping blood pressure medications after kidney function decline increases ESKD and mortality risks significantly.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  4. Lee Haney, Bodybuilding Legend, Seeks Kidney Donor
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    Lee Haney, Bodybuilding Legend, Seeks Kidney Donor

    Eight-time Mr. Olympia champion Lee Haney urgently needs a living kidney donor. His family shares his ongoing health struggle.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  5. CKD Severity Tied to Higher Cognitive Impairment Risk
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    CKD Severity Tied to Higher Cognitive Impairment Risk

    A major study links advanced chronic kidney disease to increased risk of cognitive decline, especially attention and executive function issues, with proteinuria emerging as a key predictor.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  6. RAAS Inhibitors Prove Superior in Pediatric CKD Treatment
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    RAAS Inhibitors Prove Superior in Pediatric CKD Treatment

    Real-world study shows RAAS inhibitors outperform calcium channel blockers in slowing kidney disease progression in children, with better blood pressure control and reduced failure risk.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  7. GLP-1 Drugs Show Promise in Reducing Dementia Risk for Kidney Disease Patients
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    GLP-1 Drugs Show Promise in Reducing Dementia Risk for Kidney Disease Patients

    New research indicates GLP-1 receptor agonists may significantly lower dementia and Alzheimer's risk in patients with chronic kidney disease and type 2 diabetes.

    3mo ago 1 min read