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In rats and mice, removing one kidney 3 days after an injury prevents fibrosis (scarring) in the other kidney. Removing it later does not prevent scarring. This suggests that early intervention is key to preventing permanent damage.

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Paper · Kidney International · 2026-09-01
https://www.kidney-international.org/article/S0085-2538(26)00555-7/fulltext?rss=yes