The search for a better biomarker than creatine for acute kidney injury (AKI) has been “long and elusive.” However, could researchers be on the right path now? “The thinking is moving away from trying ...

Acute kidney injury (AKI), previously called acute renal failure, is when the kidneys are suddenly unable to filter waste products from the blood. This condition can develop slowly or quickly, and ...

The Pediatric Society of Ghana has raised alarm over the dangers posed to children living in Galamsey-affected areas, cautioning that exposure to illegal mining activities could trigger acute kidney ...

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 ...

Serious damage to short-term kidney function-known as acute kidney injury, or AKI-can be fatal and also increase the risk of irreversible chronic kidney disease. It can be triggered by stressors ...

CalciMedica has terminated a Phase II study on its lead asset, Auxora (zegocractin), in acute kidney injury (AKI) with ...

Kidney disease in Kenya and globally is on the rise with approximately four million Kenyans (1 on every 10 people) having ...

A new era in kidney disease care management has begun with the launch of Dialytix, a pioneering start-up founded by UAB faculty. Spearheaded by Rubin Pillay, Ph.D., assistant dean at the Heersink ...

Our kidneys, vital for filtering waste and maintaining fluid balance, often go unnoticed until problems arise, particularly as we age. Like many bodily functions, kidney performance can naturally ...