Kidney disease affects approximately 850 million people globally. This incidence is predicted to rise with the increased prevalence of risk factors such as ...

Lowering urate levels with urate-lowering therapy was not associated with an increased risk for severe or end-stage kidney ...

Higher intakes of artificially sweetened and sugar-sweetened beverages) are associated with an elevated risk for chronic kidney disease.

Older adults with at least two chronic ailments have accelerated kidney function decline, and the progression gets worse the more chronic conditions a person has, a new study shows.

Cleveland Clinic researchers have found definitive proof of a kidney microbiome that influences renal health and kidney stone ...

Blueberries, rich in antioxidants and low in potassium, sodium, and phosphorus, support kidney health by managing CKD and diabetes while offering a heart-friendly, nutrient-packed addition to a renal ...

Researchers sought to examine the relationship among coronary plaque characteristics, CAD extent, MACE, and all-cause mortality in patients with CKD. Calcified and low-attenuation plaque burdens are ...

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a growing health problem worldwide, affecting millions of people. This condition leads to the gradual loss of kidney function, making it harder for the body to ...

According to the National Kidney Foundation, about 1 in 3 adults in the United States are at risk of kidney disease, and many people with early forms of the disease have no symptoms. Early ...

For people with kidney disease, eating the right foods is especially important, since their kidneys may not work as well and might have trouble removing waste from the body. Fruits are a great ...

Renal fibrosis (RF) is a pathological process characterized by the excessive accumulation of extracellular matrix (ECM), which triggers a repair cascade in response to stimuli and pathogenic factors, ...

Kidney doctors are called nephrologists. They treat conditions that affect the kidneys, like chronic kidney disease and kidney stones. They also may help people manage chronic conditions like diabetes ...