An old adage physicians are taught is that when they hear hoofbeats, they should think of “horses,” not “zebras.” Instead of an unusual explanation for the symptoms, it’s preferable to consider more ...

A research team has investigated structural changes in kidneys of patients with hypertension and type 2 diabetes. The results show that high blood pressure can lead to abnormalities in the podocytes, ...

Approximately 1 in 11 patients with kidney failure requiring replacement therapy have inherited kidney diseases or congenital anomalies of the kidney and urinary tract. Genetic testing is warranted to ...

Kidney failure symptoms may begin so gradually that you don't really notice swelling, joint pain, or changes in how you urinate (pee). Or, you may think that itchy skin and other signs are due to ...

Dapagliflozin reduced left ventricular mass index early into treatment in patients with nondialysis-dependent CKD, regardless of disease etiology and cardiovascular history. Dapagliflozin reduces left ...

Pedal oedema is the abnormal swelling of the feet and ankles caused by the accumulation of excess fluid in the tissues. It is not a standalone disease but a sign of an underlying medical condition ...

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) happens when your kidneys gradually lose their ability to filter waste products and excess fluid from the blood. CKD typically causes no symptoms at first, but as your ...