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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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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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DOACs Appear Safer Than Warfarin Across Chronic Kidney Disease Stages
Although more research is needed, data suggest that the cardioprotective effect of direct oral anticoagulants may extend to patients with advanced CKD.
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Dapagliflozin Reduces Risk for Kidney Events in IgA Nephropathy
In patients with IgA nephropathy, dapagliflozin significantly reduced the risk of CKD progression when added to ACEi/ARB therapy.
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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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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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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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SGLT2 Inhibitors Underprescribed for Chronic Kidney Disease
Affordability of SGLT2i may contribute to the low prescription rate in CKD.
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Underuse of Diabetic Kidney Disease Therapies Reported
Study findings highlight an "unmet need" for newer therapies.
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Increased GERD Risk in End-Stage Lung Disease Without Esophageal Disease
End-stage lung disease may significantly increase the risk for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in patients undergoing lung transplant without primary esophageal disease.
