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Chronic kidney disease increases risk of death at all ages

A new study from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and the Chronic Kidney Disease Prognosis Consortium found that chronic kidney disease and its complications were associated with a higher risk of death ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Oct 31, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Hydration based on ventricular pressure is effective in reducing kidney damage in patients undergoing cardiac catheteriz

A hydration regimen tailored to the patient's fluid status was effective in reducing damage to kidneys in patients undergoing cardiac catheterization, according to a study presented at the 24th annual Transcatheter Cardiovascular ...

Cardiology created Oct 25, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

New target for treating diabetic kidney disease, the leading cause of kidney failure

Researchers have discovered a new therapeutic target for diabetic nephropathy, the leading cause of kidney failure. The findings, appearing in an upcoming issue of the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology (JASN) ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Oct 18, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

NIH launches free database of drugs associated with liver injury

A free source of evidence-based information for health care professionals and for researchers studying liver injury associated with prescription and over-the-counter drugs, herbals, and dietary supplements is now available ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Oct 12, 2012 | popularity 3 / 5 (2) | comments 0

Single gene variant in donors may affect survival of transplanted kidneys

A single genetic variant in kidney donors' cells may help determine whether their transplanted organs will survive long term, according to a study appearing in an upcoming issue of the Journal of the American Society of Ne ...

Other created Oct 11, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Chronic kidney disease a warning sign independent of hypertension or diabetes

Two new studies from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and the Chronic Kidney Disease Prognosis Consortium found that the presence of chronic kidney disease itself can be a strong indicator of the risk of ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Sep 25, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

'Half-match' bone marrow transplants wipe out sickle cell disease in selected patients

In a preliminary clinical trial, investigators at Johns Hopkins have shown that even partially-matched bone marrow transplants can eliminate sickle cell disease in some patients, ridding them of painful and debilitating symptoms, ...

Medical research created Sep 20, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Abnormal carotid arteries found in children with kidney disease

A federally funded study led by researchers at Johns Hopkins Children's Center has found that children with mild to moderate kidney disease have abnormally thick neck arteries, a condition known as carotid atherosclerosis, ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Sep 20, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Kidney stenting lowers blood pressure in patients with severe hypertension

Patients with uncontrolled renovascular hypertension saw a significant improvement in their blood pressure with renal artery stent deployment. The multicenter HERCULES trial, evaluating the safety and effectiveness of the ...

Cardiology created Aug 30, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Australian court overrules parents in cancer case

An Australian court ordered the parents of a cancer-stricken child to put aside their religious beliefs and allow her life-saving treatment including a blood transfusion, reports said Saturday.

Other created Jun 02, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (3) | comments 12

Obese patients face increased risk of kidney damage after heart surgery

Oxidative stress may put obese patients at increased risk of developing kidney damage after heart surgery, according to a study appearing in an upcoming issue of the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology (JASN). Effect ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created May 24, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Cholesterol-lowering drugs may slow prostate growth

Statins drugs prescribed to treat high cholesterol may also work to slow prostate growth in men who have elevated PSA levels, according to an analysis led by researchers at Duke University Medical Center.

Cancer created May 21, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Contrast-enhanced ultrasound monitors aortic aneurysm treatment

Contrast-enhanced ultrasound is an effective, noninvasive method for monitoring patients who undergo endovascular repair for abdominal aortic aneurysms, according to a new study published in the journal Radiology.

Other created May 15, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Cutting calories before cutting in surgery

Dietary restriction has already been shown to extend the lives of laboratory animals, but recent research suggests the beneficial effects of eating less may extend to improved recovery from surgery and better ...

Health created May 08, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Study: Heavy teens have trouble managing diabetes

(AP) -- New research sends a stark warning to overweight teens: If you develop diabetes, you'll have a very tough time keeping it under control.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Apr 29, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0