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Uric Acid-Lowering Therapy May Increase Risk for CKD
Study findings do not support initiation of uric acid-lowering therapy to prevent CKD.
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Preferential Use of Lactated Ringer vs Saline May Reduce Adverse Kidney Events
This study raises important questions about the choice between lactated Ringer and saline.
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Underuse of Diabetic Kidney Disease Therapies Reported
Study findings highlight an "unmet need" for newer therapies.
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Erectile Dysfunction Meds Tied to Higher Risk for Vision Issues
Regular users may be at risk for serous retinal detachment, retinal vascular occlusion, and ischemic optic neuropathy
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SGLT2 Inhibitors Underprescribed for Chronic Kidney Disease
Affordability of SGLT2i may contribute to the low prescription rate in CKD.
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Finerenone Provides CV, Renal Benefits in Diabetes Across CKD Spectrum
In FIDELITY, investigators pooled data from more than 13,000 patients from the FIDELIO-DKD and FIGARO-DKD trials.
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Even Low Levels of Lead in Drinking Water May Harm ESKD Patients
Hemoglobin levels lower, erythropoietin stimulating agent use higher, even for water lead levels below EPA threshold for regulatory action
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Acute Kidney Injury in Severe COVID-19 Cases Predicts Higher Death, Cardiovascular Risks
A study found no significant increased risks for death or major adverse cardiac events among infected patients with established chronic kidney disease or end-stage kidney disease.
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Psoriasis Treatment May Decrease Infection, Death Risk in End-Stage Kidney Disease
Psoriasis may be another risk factor for infectious complications in patients receiving dialysis, according to investigators.
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Erythropoietin May Up Risk for Hip Fracture in Hemodialysis Patients
Risk for hip fracture increased with EPO doses of 50 to 149, 150 to 299, and 300 or greater vs <50 units/kg/week
