Kidney research, 2026-10-04
New data shows Nefecon beats steroids for a common kidney disease.
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A real-world study found that Nefecon works better than steroids for a common kidney condition.
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Mouse research suggests a gene therapy for Klotho may help protect kidneys from damage.
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Other reports covered a single patient case, a cat diet trial, and exercise effects on blood fats.
The main news today is a strong real-world study showing Nefecon is more effective than steroids for a common kidney disease. A separate mouse study offers early hope for a gene therapy that protects kidneys. The remaining items are smaller reports, including a single patient case and a review of kidney biopsies in India.
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Effect of interventions for stress management on blood pressure changes in healthy adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
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Clinically relevant hypomagnesemia during recovery from severe leptospirosis-associated acute kidney injury in a dog treated with continuous renal replacement therapy: a case report
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Kidney-directed AAV9 Klotho gene delivery improves renal function in a mouse model of chronic kidney disease.
This study used a gene therapy to deliver a protein called Klotho to the kidneys of mice. The mice had a model of chronic kidney disease. This was done in animals, not people yet.
Metformin and Empagliflozin Attenuate Visceral Adiposity After Kidney Transplantation: Supporting Data
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ASSOCIATION BETWEEN SERUM URIC ACID AND CARDIOMETABOLIC RISK FACTORS IN PATIENTS WITH ARTERIAL HYPERTENSION
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THE ROLE OF BIOMARKERS OF RENAL DYSFUNCTION IN METABOLIC SYNDROME
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Severe Renal Hemorrhage Following Nephrostomy Tube Removal: A Case Report
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RSSDI鈥揑SN Clinical Practice Guidance for Diabetic Kidney Disease in India
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