Research shows an estimated 1 in 3,000 individuals may carry a genetic variant tied to pneumothorax and RCC—approximately 100 times more than previously estimated. An estimated 1 in 3,000 individuals may harbor a pathogenic FLCN genetic variant...
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Significant Frequency of Pneumothorax- & RCC-Linked Genetic Variant Revealed
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Research shows an estimated 1 in 3,000 individuals may carry a genetic variant tied to pneumothorax and RCC—approximately 100 times more than previously estimated.
Wrist and Waist ActiGraph Comparison in Patients With Peritoneal Dialysis
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Bimodal Solutions Improve Ultrafiltration and Sodium Efficiency in PD
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The following is a summary of “Bimodal solutions in peritoneal dialysis: what can we expect from different glucose volumes added to the icodextrin bag? Data from a simulation procedure,” published in the April 2025 issue of Journal of Nephrology by Davy et al. ...
Evaluating HLC Assay Accuracy in AL Amyloidosis Detection and Response
Evaluating HLC Assay Accuracy in AL Amyloidosis Detection and Response
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Addressing Gaps in Employment Among Patients With Kidney Disease
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Employment among patients with kidney disease remains low even after dialysis or a transplant, with physical and social factors contributing to employment rates. Although advances in the treatment of end-stage kidney disease have improved outcomes and survival for...
Significant Frequency of Pneumothorax- & RCC-Linked Genetic Variant Revealed
Significant Frequency of Pneumothorax- & RCC-Linked Genetic Variant Revealed
Research shows an estimated 1 in 3,000 individuals may carry a genetic variant tied to pneumothorax and RCC—approximately 100 times more than previously estimated.
Wrist and Waist ActiGraph Comparison in Patients With Peritoneal Dialysis
Wrist and Waist ActiGraph Comparison in Patients With Peritoneal Dialysis
The following is a summary of “Physical activity and sedentary behavior in peritoneal dialysis patients: a comparative analysis of ActiGraph GT3X data collected via wrist and waist with placement-specific cut-points,” published in the April 2025 issue of BMC...
Bimodal Solutions Improve Ultrafiltration and Sodium Efficiency in PD
Bimodal Solutions Improve Ultrafiltration and Sodium Efficiency in PD
The following is a summary of “Bimodal solutions in peritoneal dialysis: what can we expect from different glucose volumes added to the icodextrin bag? Data from a simulation procedure,” published in the April 2025 issue of Journal of Nephrology by Davy et al. ...
Evaluating HLC Assay Accuracy in AL Amyloidosis Detection and Response
Evaluating HLC Assay Accuracy in AL Amyloidosis Detection and Response
The following is a summary of “Immunoglobulin heavy/light chain assay in the diagnosis, monitoring and follow-up of renal AL amyloidosis patients at different disease stages,” published in the April 2025 issue of Annals of Hematology by Wang et al. Immunoglobulin...
Addressing Gaps in Employment Among Patients With Kidney Disease
Addressing Gaps in Employment Among Patients With Kidney Disease
Employment among patients with kidney disease remains low even after dialysis or a transplant, with physical and social factors contributing to employment rates. Although advances in the treatment of end-stage kidney disease have improved outcomes and survival for...
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