NKF: Many Nephrologists Report Pregnant Patients on Dialysis
Survey of nephrologists shows kidney failure becoming more common for expectant moms
NKF: Dialysis Patients Living Longer
Better treatments, tighter management of disease may explain promising trend
Physicians Should Be Aware of Signs of Burnout
Stress is major predictor for burnout among doctors; operating in high-stress environment also harmful
Models May Predict Two-Year Mortality Risk for CKD Patients
Risk prediction models may be helpful in directing prognosis and treatment decisions
One in Nine Needs Emergency Revisit for Kidney Stones
Access to urologic care, processes of care cut risk of repeat emergency encounters
New Urine Biomarkers Identified for Renal Cell Carcinoma
Clinical utility, specificity, and sensitivity for urine aquaporin-1 and perilipin-2
Outcomes Favorable for HIV+ Kidney Transplant Recipients
However, survival rates lower if organ recipient also has hepatitis C
Electronic Solutions Underway for Rx Prior Authorizations
Two technology companies offering solutions that embed electronic PA in e-prescribing process
More Than 16 Million Americans Have Gained Coverage Under ACA
White House announces historic drop in number of uninsured Americans
Premature Death From Kidney Failure a Global Issue
Dire need for low-cost dialysis techniques that could be used worldwide, researcher says