Clinical Research Articles

Learning that you have chronic kidney disease can bring many emotions at once: fear, confusion, frustration, sadness, or disbelief. You may wonder how CKD…

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Learning that you may need dialysis or a kidney transplant can bring fear, uncertainty, and many questions. You may wonder what treatment will feel…

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Learning that you have chronic kidney disease can feel unsettling, especially when food, fluids, exercise, medications, and lab results all start to feel connected.…

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Chronic kidney disease complications, including anemia and mineral disorders, require a proactive clinical approach to help protect energy levels, bone strength, cardiovascular health, and…

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Learning that you have chronic kidney disease can feel confusing, especially if you do not feel very different from day to day. Many people…

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At-a-Glance Summary Chronic kidney disease (CKD) means the kidneys have abnormalities in structure or function for at least 3 months, with important effects on…

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Summary Diabetes is one of the most common causes of chronic kidney disease (CKD). Over time, chronic hyperglycemia can injure the kidneys’ filtering system…

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Learning that high blood pressure may be affecting your kidneys can feel overwhelming, especially because both conditions often develop quietly at first. Many people…

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Learning that you may be at risk for chronic kidney disease can feel confusing, especially because CKD often causes no symptoms at first. In…

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