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The severity and predictors of abdominal aortic calcification among hemodialysis patients: a cross-sectional study from Palestine

Key takeaways

This study looked at people on dialysis in Palestine. It checked for hardening of the main artery in the belly. It is an observational study, so it shows a link, not proof of cause. It helps doctors understand who is at higher risk for heart problems.

Who did this work

Maisam Gharayba (An-Najah National University) · Ahmad Katbeh (An-Najah National University) · Basem Bali (An-Najah National University) · Ali Shakhshir (Arab American University) · Qutaiba Mahmoud (An-Najah National University) · Mohanad Hassan (An-Najah National University)

Source

Article · OpenAlex, Kidney disease concept sweep (verified C2778653478) · 2026-09-19
https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-026-69937-x