New approach to kidney transplant listing could improve outcomes and equity
The current kidney transplant waitlisting criterion is based on a single measurement of kidney function (estimated glomerular filtration…
A silent killer: Half of kidney failure cases in S’pore could have been prevented, says doc
SINGAPORE – In March 2025, Mr Syafic Omar felt a tingly feeling in his feet. The feeling continued…
New study reveals CKD affects nearly 800 million adults worldwide
The number of adults living with chronic kidney disease (CKD) has more than doubled since 1990, reaching nearly 800 million…
Using estimated risks and preferences to justify intensive BP control in CKD patients
An analysis of the Systolic Blood Pressure Intervention Trial (SPRINT) indicates that nearly all adults with chronic kidney…
‘Journeys in Math and Genetics’: Discover how a teen prodigy combines math and genetics in the new film |
Poster and scene from film ‘Journeys in Math and Genetics’ The new film ‘Journeys in Math and Genetics’…
Genetic risk scores fail to predict survival after diagnosis
New research across seven global biobanks shows that the DNA driving disease onset does not determine survival; instead,…
Breakthrough in building functional synthetic kidneys using assembloids
A USC Stem Cell-led research team has achieved a major step forward in the effort to build mouse…
Adding aspirin raises cardiovascular events in high-risk CCS patients on anticoagulants
Adding aspirin increased the risk of cardiovascular events, death and major bleeding in high-risk patients with chronic coronary…
Constipation drug found to slow renal function decline in CKD patients
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a major health issue worldwide. Many patients end up requiring regular dialysis to…
Glycosylation emerges as a key player in kidney disease progression
Kidney diseases affect nearly 700 million people worldwide and are a growing cause of mortality and health care…
Heart groups issue new guidelines for blood pressure treatment
Nearly half of U.S. adults should receive earlier treatment for high blood pressure, including lifestyle changes and medications,…
Early treatment withdrawal offers safety and savings for patients with rare kidney disease
Early withdrawal of a treatment for patients with a rare kidney disease is possible without relapse, safer for…