Chronic kidney disease - even in early stages - is responsible for a substantial proportion of deaths that occur before age 65, according to a prospective study in Taiwan published in the June 28 issue of The Lancet. Reuters Health Information
Lithium has a narrow therapeutic window, so toxicity is a particular concern. Hemodialysis treatment of a patient with acute, severe lithium self-intoxication is described. Laboratory Medicine
Previous studies showed an increase in the size and excellent graft function of paediatric kidneys transplanted to adults up to 1 year following transplantation. The long-term outcome is now examined. Nephrology Dialysis Transplantation
Might microalbuminuria be measured effectively by a microfluidics-based assay using the P200 protein chip? What are the advantages and disadvantages of using this chip-based assay? American Journal of Clinical Pathology
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) patients with renal damage incurred higher direct costs, but did not experience a poorer quality of life, according to this study. Rheumatology
Vitamin D metabolism in secondary hyperparathyroidism is unveiled in this detailed discussion regarding the advantages and disadvantages of various vitamin D receptor activators. Kidney International
