Exercise May Slow Kidney Function Decline in Older Adults
Prescribing physical activity and exercise may be a “potent tool” for clinicians caring for older adults, according to investigators.
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Hyperuricemia With Diabetes Compounds Risks for End-Stage Kidney Disease and Death
A study conducted in Taiwan is the first to show that hyperuricemia is as risky as diabetes in contributing to ESKD and death risk in patients with stage 3 to 5 CKD.
Bowman’s Capsule Rupture Linked to Poor Prognosis in Lupus Nephritis
The integrity of Bowman’s capsule may play a role in the progression of lupus nephritis, according to investigators.
Belimumab May Reduce Organ Damage in SLE, Lupus Nephritis
Belimumab is a monoclonal antibody that inhibits B-lymphocyte stimulator.
Infection Risk Varies by Lupus Nephritis Induction Therapy
Adverse effects of induction therapies for lupus nephritis may limit their use.
Colchicine May Lower Risk for Chronic Kidney Disease Progression
Colchicine, a plant-derived alkaloid, has a broad range of anti-inflammatory effects that interfere with neutrophil function, according to investigators.
Clinical Biomarkers of Lupus Nephritis Activity Unreliable
Proteinuria and estimated glomerular filtration rate cannot accurately distinguish between ongoing inflammatory injury and chronic kidney damage in lupus nephritis, investigators pointed out.
Alendronate Protects Against Bone Loss in Kidney Transplant Recipients
Decrease in bone mass is common in the first 6 to 12 months after kidney transplantation.
Tacrolimus May Be an Alternative to Cyclosphosphamide in Lupus Nephritis Therapy
In a study, the calcineurin inhibitor tacrolimus proved to be noninferior to intravenous cyclophosphamide.
Kidney Transplant Function Found to Improve With Allopurinol
Improvement observed in estimated glomerular filtration rate in kidney transplant recipients treated with allopurinol for elevated uric acid.
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